Wayne, PA

WORKPLACE INJURIES

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It’s fair to assume that your employer is dedicated to your safety. Unfortunately, that is not always the case.

Wayne Workplace Safety

Furthermore, some workplace accidents result from negligent third parties, making them unavoidable from an employer’s and employee’s perspective.

Most residents work outside the home and spend the majority of their day at work.

Wayne has an above- average median household income.

The Boeing Company United Parcel Service Inc. Wawa Inc.

Top 3 Wayne Employers

Common Workplace Accidents in Wayne, PA

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Slips and falls are a common type of work injury and are the top cause of work injury for people aged 55 years and older. 

15%

of all workers' comp claims involve slips and falls

Overexertion & Repetitive Stress

Overexertion, often caused by lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy objects, is prevalent in manufacturing and warehouse settings.

30%

of injuries that involve days away from work are caused by overexertion

Overexertion & Repetitive Stress

Repetitive stress injuries result from continuous, repetitive motions and are frequent in office environments and assembly lines.

Machinery & Equipment Accidents

Such injuries include being caught in or struck by moving machinery, equipment malfunctions, or lack of proper safety guards.

3rd

Injuries from contact with objects are the third most common injuries that result in days away from work.

Transportation & Vehicle-Related Accidents

Transportation accidents are common, especially among delivery drivers and sales representatives.

Exposure to Harmful Substances or Environments

Workers may be exposed to harmful substances, including chemicals, gases, and particulate matter, particularly in industrial and healthcare settings.

Workers’ Compensation or Personal Injury?

What kind of claim am I eligible to file...

Workers’ Compensation  May Cover

Medical expenses

Specific loss benefits

Lost wages

Specific loss benefit

Death benefits

No-Fault

Workers' Compensation is a

Employees are typically eligible for benefits regardless of who was at fault for the injury.

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Third-Party  Personal Injury Lawsuits

Pennsylvania law allows two types of damages in a personal injury lawsuit: non-economic and economic.

Economic  Damages Include

Past & future medical bills Lost wages Decrease in earning capacity Property damage Home modifications

Non-Economic Damages Include

Pain and suffering Emotional distress Disability or disfigurement Loss of enjoyment of life

Fault

Personal Injury Claims Require

The negligence of someone or some entity other than your employer must have caused the accident and injuries. 

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