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Slip and fall accidents occur nearly every day, especially while at work or on the job. While most folks who have slip and fall accidents at work will never need to even see a doctor, for some, the injuries can be catastrophic and life changing. These kinds of accidents can happen at every kind of workplace, from marine terminals and ports to small construction sites or even in office buildings.
Pennsylvania and New Jersey Workplace Fall Down Accident Law
Under the laws of both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, workers who sustain slip and fall type accidents while at work may be eligible for compensation in the form of a workers’ compensation claim and/or a third party negligence lawsuit.
Workers’ compensation claims are usually available and should cover medical expenses and disability wages. However, the reality for seriously injured workers is that a separate third party slip and fall negligence case can result in full financial compensation. Learn about the steps to follow if you’ve been injured in a fall accident at work in Pennsylvania.
Common slip and fall dangers on the job include:
- water,
- food,
- oil/grease, and
- mud.
For example, at a marine terminal, a worker may slip and fall on grease or oil, which spilled on a public access walkway and was never cleaned up. While workers are generally barred from suing their direct employers for the negligence, other parties can be held liable for failing to provide a reasonably safe workplace. In this instance, a marine terminal operator or port operator may be liable.
Related PA & NJ Work Accident Legal Articles:
- Fell at Work, Now What? Steps to Take After a Workplace Fall in Pennsylvania or New Jersey
- Success in a Pennsylvania Workplace & Fall Accident Lawsuit
- Common Causes of Falls from Heights at Work
- Damages Available in a Workplace Fall Accident Case in Pennsylvania or New Jersey
Pennsylvania & New Jersey Slip and Fall Work Accident Law Firm
To submit your case for review by our Pennsylvania and New Jersey work accident and injury lawyers, call Click To Call. Our lawyers are available for a free, no obligation legal consultation, and can obtain special admission in other states, such as New York or Delaware, on a case by case basis.
**This website does not provide legal advice. Every case is unique and it is crucial to get a qualified, expert legal opinion prior to making any decisions about your case. See the full disclaimer at the bottom of this page.
