Northern California Workplace Slip and Fall Accidents
Understanding California Premises Liability Law and Accidents on the Job
Unlike a slip and fall accident that happens at an individual’s home, shopping mall or restaurant, slip and fall accidents that occur on the job may be covered under workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation provides coverage for injured victims’ medical expenses and lost wages, but does not provide benefits for non-economic (i.e. pain and suffering) damages. Many times, the benefits provided by workers’ compensation do not meet the needs of a victim's current and future injury expenses. Victims cannot file a lawsuit against their employer (collecting workers’ compensation benefits releases the employer of all fault), but may file a personal injury claim against a third party. For example, if a vendor who delivers drinking water failed to clean up a spill that caused an employee to slip and fall, the vendor may be named in a lawsuit. An experienced northern California slip and fall accident attorney at the law firm of Estey Bomberger will explore all sources of compensation to ensure victims receive the best possible settlement outcome.
It is important to note that if the injured party is successful at recovering compensation from a third party, and they are receiving workers’ compensation benefits, workers’ compensation is entitled to reimbursement of paid benefits. They are not, however, entitled to damages recovered for pain and suffering because it is not a benefit offered by workers’ compensation.
On the Job Slip and Fall Accident Injuries
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, on the job slip and fall accident injuries account for almost one quarter of all workplace injuries. Fall-related injuries can happen indoors or outdoors, and in a stairwell, elevator, escalator, or parking garage. The various types of fall-related injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Joint injuries
- Broken bone injuries
- Coma
- Concussion
- Paralysis
- Cuts/scrapes
- Lacerations
- Sprain/strain injuries
- Impalement injuries
- Quadriplegia
- Amputation (limb loss) injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Wrongful death.
Estey Bomberger – Clients’ Needs Come First
The northern California slip and fall accident attorneys at Estey Bomberger pride themselves on always putting the clients’ needs first. Our clients’ needs are at the heart of every step we take in the litigation process. Unlike many large law firms who hand cases off to a paralegal, case manager or secretary, our caring attorneys handle each and every case personally. The client testimonials posted on our website demonstrate the level of commitment we give to every client.
24 Hour Availability
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for filing a personal injury claim, call a northern California personal injury lawyer at Estey Bomberger today. We can recover compensation for your medical bills, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. One of our northern California slip and fall accident lawyers is available 24 hours a day to take your call and answer your questions. You only have a limited amount of time to file a claim so don’t wait to call. Phone (800) 890-6722 for a free case review.