Among the injuries that can result from a slip and fall, a serious back injury is one of the most common. The sudden trauma of a slip and fall can even be powerful enough to result in permanent damage to the site of the energy.

This can include permanent loss of strength and function below the injured spot. Other serious injuries that can result from a slip and fall include:

• Soft tissue injuries (including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves within the body)
• Tailbone injuries (bruises, fractures, or dislocation)
• Discogenic pain (Impact on the spinal disk between the vertebrae)

Workers’ Compensation Claims for Slip & Fall Accidents at Work

After a serious fall or other workplace accident, life is suddenly filled with unpredictability and hardship. A painful slip and fall injury is usually followed by a loss of income. Personal expenses and bills start piling up, and there’s no money coming in to take care of these costs.

In the state of Pennsylvania, workers’ compensation claims, or “compromise and release agreements” can be pursued after a workplace slip and fall incident that results in injury. Workers’ compensation in South Florida provides coverage to assist injured employees to get back on their feet and return to work.

Unfortunately, insurance companies can deny claims for all kinds of reasons, making a stressful situation even worse.

How Long Do Slip and Fall Cases Take to Settle in Florida?

Many slip and fall cases settle prior to trial, but some still inevitably end up in court. That means that it can take anywhere from several months to a few years for your case to settle, depending on the specifics of your case.

By following the steps below, you can likely decrease the amount of time your case takes

Can I Sue for Falling at Work?

In some cases, it is in your best interest to sue for liability after a slip and fall accident. In order to sue, however, you will need to be able to prove that conditions existed that resulted in the slip and fall. This is likely not going to be a simple process, however. You will need to show that your employer either ignored or did not take proper action to correct the issue.

If you were injured in a slip and fall accident at work, we can help by:

• Making sure your accident/injury is properly reported to your employer;
• Ensuring all paperwork and workers’ comp forms are properly filled out;
• Filing an appeal, if your workers’ comp claim was denied for any reason; and/or
• Considering alternative sources of compensation, such as a personal injury lawsuit against a third party, if someone other than your employer or a co-worker was responsible.

You will typically be offered a “lump sum settlement” for your damages, but it is important to understand what is involved. With a lump sum agreement, you will be unable to go back and ask for more money in the future. In addition, the insurance company will attempt to offer much less than you rightly deserve. That is why it is essential to work with an attorney during this process for guidance toward the best possible outcome.

What Should I Do After A Slip and Fall at Work?

Being injured in a slip and fall accident is not a situation that you have experienced in your past or likely have ever even considered. The steps you take after a slip and fall, however, should be carefully evaluated as they will impact the end result of your case.

First, seek medical attention. This is critical for your own wellbeing as well as for your case.

Then, you should work with your attorney who can inspect the scene of the accident. This step will be the start of building your claim. Part of the investigation of the scene will include photographs.

If there are any witnesses involved, they should be identified and spoken to by your attorney.

During the entirety of your case, make sure you are documenting everything that is said, your injuries, and any other statements relevant to your case. Very importantly, ensure that you are working with a knowledgeable attorney.