Massachusetts employers are required to maintain a safe and healthy environment for their employees. Unfortunately, no matter how safe a workplace may be, accidents still happen. When an on-the-job injuries occurs, the workers’ compensation process begins. In Massachusetts, workers’ compensation is under the domain of the Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA).

Some of the most common workplace injuries include:

• Slip and falls or trip and falls
• Electrical shock
• Exposure to chemical hazards
• Vehicle accidents — both on and off company property
• Muscle or back strains due to heavy lifting, pulling, or carrying
• Warehouse Injuries

If you have suffered injuries while on the job, it is important to notify your employer and consult with a lawyer right away. Do not go into this alone–get help from a Massachusetts workplace accident attorney. Though workers’ compensation is designed to avoid the need for litigation, it can quickly become very complex, making it advantageous to have a legal advocate with you from the start of your case.

Brooks Law, each client gets direct, personal access to our team and can have confidence in knowing that we will handle every step of their case from start to finish. We have a history of winning cases throughout Massachusetts, securing positive settlements for even the most complicated claims. Call us today and let our firm provide you with the information you need during a no-cost case evaluation so that you can determine your best option for moving forward.