Workers Comp Oklahoma
If you have been injured on the job due to an unsafe work environment in Oklahoma, contact us today. Atkins & Markoff is committed to protecting the rights of the people throughout the entire state of Oklahoma. Please call us toll free or fill out our contact form to discuss your unsafe work environment claim.
Workers Compensation
Oklahoma City Work Injury Attorneys
Workers Compensation laws are in place to provide medical and financial benefits to employees who have been injured on the job. These laws are in place to protect both workers and their employers. Workers receive monetary and medical protection under Oklahoma Workers Compensation laws in that if they are injured on the job their medical care is taken care of and they receive fixed monetary amounts to compensate for lost wages at work. These benefits are provided in exchange for the forfeited right to sue the employer and are fixed amounts to avoid litigation. The employer thus benefits from this exchange in that they essentially receive immunity from work injury lawsuits originated by the employee, and they only have limited liability for their workplace. Generally, when a person is injured while at work, they are limited to remedies available under Workers Compensation laws.
There are a few instances however, in which these general Workers Compensation rules do not apply. Under the Federal Employment Liability Act (FELA), railroads who engage in interstate commerce can be held liable for employee injuries if their negligence is found to be a contributing factor to the injury. The Merchant Marine Act (the Jones Act) provides the same protection from employer negligence to seamen as FELA does for railroad workers. The Black Lung Act requires liable mine operators to pay disability payments for workers who have contracted “black lung” (pneumoconiosis) from their employment in the mine.
If you are seeking Workers Compensation and would like to speak to an attorney familiar with Oklahoma Workers Compensation laws, contact the Plaintiff’s law firm of Atkins & Markoff.
Please fill out the contact form or call us toll free to speak with an attorney about your Workers Compensation claim.
Oklahoma City Workers Compensation Lawyers Helping the Injured with Claims
Unsafe Work Environment Causing Injury Oklahoma
Job safety and a safe work environment should be integral in all work environments through out Oklahoma. Job safety and health should be every employer’s first consideration. A structurally safe work environment is not the only consideration for an employer, for the employer is liable for all of the actions of their employees. If you are injured due to the negligence of another employee or the negligence of your employer not providing a structurally safe work environment, you could be entitled to compensation.
Oklahoma has standards to protect workers on the job. Employers must follow safety standards relating to walking and working surfaces, powered platforms, manlifts, vehicle-mounted work platforms, occupational health, environmental control, hazardous materials, personal protective equipment, machinery, machine guarding, hand and portable power tools, welding, cutting and brazing tools, electrical tolls and toxic and hazardous substances.
Hurt on the Job in Oklahoma
Employers have the responsibility of creating a healthy and safe work environment for all of their employees. If you have been hurt on the job, it is important to remember you have rights. Atkins & Markoff understands your rights and would be happy to discuss your situation with you. Workers Compensation laws were created to eliminate the need for litigation when workers that were disabled or injured on the job deserve fixed monetary rewards.
If you were hurt on the job in Oklahoma, you may be entitled to monetary compensation due to your injury or disability. Contact the personal injury law firm of Atkins & Markoff today to discuss you Workers Compensation claim. Please call us toll free or fill out our contact form. We are here to help.