Legal Options If You Were Hurt Working at Amazon

 Posted on November 29, 2021 in Workers' Compensation

Online shopping and delivery were already increasing in popularity long before the COVID-19 pandemic. The need to stay indoors and buy items through the internet only accelerated this trend. If you work for Amazon, you know just how popular online shopping has become – especially during the holiday season. This means increased demand and increased workloads for Amazon employees.

Unfortunately, Amazon workers are injured at a rate much higher than that of similar companies. If you or a loved one were injured while working for Amazon, you may be entitled to financial compensation through workers’ compensation.

Workers’ Comp for Injured Amazon Workers

Injuries can happen at any job. However, statistics show that Amazon employees are at an increased risk of injury. In fact, Amazon warehouse employees are twice as likely to be injured while working as employees at Walmart. Slip and fall accidents, equipment accidents, and stuck-by accidents are just some of the ways warehouse workers can be injured. Some news outlets have accused Amazon of downplaying the frequency of warehouse injuries. It has also been suggested that Amazon employees are encouraged not to report work-related injuries.

The injury rates are also high for Amazon delivery drivers. Delivery drivers may be injured or killed in auto collisions with other vehicles. They may also be struck while they are outside the vehicle, taking a package to someone’s home.

According to Illinois law, employees who are hurt on the job are entitled to workers’ compensation. However, successfully recovering compensation for a work-related injury can be an uphill battle.

Challenges When Pursuing Compensation Through Workers’ Comp  

Workers who are hurt on the job while performing work duties have a right to workers’ compensation. They should be compensated for their medical bills and lost wages from missed work. Injuries resulting from a sudden accident and injuries caused by repetitive motions are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, employers and insurance companies sometimes make the process of obtaining compensation complicated and stressful. They may underestimate the actual harm caused by the injury or even deny a claim outright. If you were hurt working at Amazon, an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can help you fight for the compensation you need and deserve.

Contact a Wheaton Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

If you were hurt while working for Amazon, you should know that you have rights. You may also be entitled to financial compensation for your medical costs and lost income. DuPage County workers’ compensation lawyer David W. Clark has represented injured workers just like you for over 25 years. Call Law Offices of David W. Clark, P.C. today at 630-665-5678 for a free consultation.

Sources:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/amazon-injury-rate-highest-among-warehouses-worker-groups-allege/

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/09/29/amazon-reportedly-downplayed-rising-injury-rates-at-its-warehouses.html