How To Prevent Accidents At Work

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How To Prevent
Accidents At Work
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• No matter what type of profession, it is easy to
  get involved in a work-related accident. This is
  why taking some precautions when performing
  certain tasks may prove helpful.
• It is possible to avoid many workplace accidents
  when you follow these simple tips. When things
  get out of hand, you may want to ask legal advice
  from an experienced Los Angeles workers
  compensation attorney.

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7 Important Tips for workers compensation

• Stay alert Being alert will help prevent
  accidents and improve performance. You can also
  increase your chances of getting a raise or a
  promotion.
• Wear a uniform Factories tend to be the places
  where most workplace accidents occur. Wearing
  adequate protection will definitely ensure
  safety.
• Dont underestimate emergency drills This will
  help you practice dangerous scenarios and you
  will know what to do when emergencies arise.

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• Ask about the risks associated with certain tasks
  you are required to perform You should always
  check with your supervisor if the tasks you will
  be performing will expose you to some type of
  danger.
• Dont take a job you are not trained for
  Although some skills are easily learned along the
  way, some tasks such as operating a machine are
  very risky and more open for accidents.
• Follow safety programs Employers should provide
  these programs as they are responsible for the
  safety of their employees.
• Report all accidents Some employees can foresee
  the accident but say nothing. Dont wait until a
  disaster occurs to tell authorities.

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When accidents cant be avoided

• If you have been injured at work you should
  receive workers compensation. Besides making an
  incident report, you should contact an attorney.
  Some injuries may not be covered.
• For example, if an employee was operating a
  machine while intoxicated, the employer will not
  pay for it. There are other types of scenarios
  that may contribute to withholding compensation.

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What will workers comp cover?
It will not cover much. Depending on the
circumstances surrounding the accident, you may
get more if you sue your employer. However, if
you are collecting workers comp you cant sue
your employer. Some things your workers comp
insurance will cover include
New training costs
Medical bills
Lost income
If the worker dies the family receives benefits
Permanent injuries
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• If you have been injured at work you should
  receive workers compensation. Besides making an
  incident report, you should Contact a Los Angeles
  workers compensation attorney at JML Law. Their
  goal is your recovery as much as possible, help
  you get back to work and allow you to have peace
  of mind in the process. They work to ensure that
  your past, present and future medical and
  financial needs are covered.

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Contact JML Law, A Professional Law Corporation

• Address
• 5855 CA-27, 300
• Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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• Website https//www.jmllaw.com/contact.shtml