Workplace accidents are an all-too-common occurrence in businesses around the world, including in New York. There are many causes of these incidents, which may require workers’ compensation. Continue reading below to learn more about what is causing the most workplace accidents in the United States.
Overexertion and bodily stress
Overexertion causes the most workplace accidents with over 31% of incidents related to it. If you work in the transportation industry or for a warehouse, you will more than likely experience this exertion. Activities that may cause this are:
- Lifting
- Pushing
- Holding and carrying
- Throwing
- Repetitive motions
Falls
The second-most common workplace injury that you may experience is falls or trips. Again, if you work in a warehouse or the transportation industry, you are the most likely to trip or fall, although a job in agriculture may present the same risks. Different types of falls include:
- Tripping without falling
- Falling while sitting or on a flat surface
- Falling from or through a structure
- Jumping down with impact
Contact injuries
The final most common type of injury that you may sustain at work is a contact injury. This involves working in the industries listed above as well as construction. Some types of contact injuries include:
- Cuts and scrapes
- Puncture wounds
- Bumps and bruises
- Crushed by objects
What to do if you get hurt at work
There are other types of injuries you may sustain at work as well, including from auto accidents, assault, exposure to toxins, fires and more. If you have gotten into any of these types of workplace accidents, contact a lawyer who specializes in workers’ compensation to help you obtain the money you deserve so that you can pay for doctor’s bills and replace lost income due to time missed from work.
