8 Tips for Preventing a Work Injury from a Fall in Douglasville

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2/17/2012
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8 Tips for Preventing a Work Injury from a Fall in Douglasville

Falls are common accidents that can occur at work, especially in certain types of jobs, such as construction work. Falls can lead to severe, life-threatening and life-altering injuries. Brain trauma, spinal cord damage and multiple fractures are just some of the serious injuries that can result from a fall. Assistance from a Douglasville work injury lawyer can help your claim.

Here are 8 tips for preventing a fall injury at work:

wear fall protection equipment (such as a harness) and ensure it is used correctly;
do not work in poorly lit areas;
wear shoes that have good traction;
use handrails when taking stairs;
in areas that are elevated ensure there are guardrails, warning signs or other barriers;
when carrying objects, make sure they do not block your view or are not too heavy;
if walking on a slippery surface, take small, slow steps; and
clean up spills or debris.

A fall injury could lead to time off from work and escalating medical bills. These may be recoverable through a Workers' Compensation claim. A Douglasville work injury lawyer may be able to help you with the filing of your claim if it was wrongfully denied.

When It’s Time to Contact a Douglasville Work Injury Lawyer

Filing a Georgia Workers' Comp claim for work injuries in Atlanta, Georgia can result in having to deal with multiple parties. Your claim not only involves your employer, but also may involve 3^rd parties such as equipment manufacturers. At Murphy & Associates our attorneys are ready to answer your questions about your legal rights after a workplace accident. We make it a point to provide useful, free information, so you can make an educated decision before you choose to hire us.

If you have been injured and have questions about your accident or your potential personal injury case, start by visiting our article library for relevant and helpful information regarding injuries and cases. You can watch our videos for information from and about James Murphy, or request our FREE books on what to do after an accident or when buying insurance in Georgia. Contact us today – 1-770-577-3020.

Category: Workers' Compensation

Labels: fall injury; work injury; personal injury

At Murphy & Associates, LLC we provide free consultations for work related accidents and personal injury claims. If you have been injured on the job and have questions for a Atlanta Workers Comp Attorney you may be interested in the following helpful information and ways to contact us: