Numerous industries carry a higher risk of a work injury. If you were injured at work in Goshen while working in one of these industries or in any other sector, you are entitled to seek the full amount of workers’ compensation. The highest-risk industries include:
Construction — The construction industry is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States, due to slips and falls, falling objects, electrocution, and equipment-related accidents.
Transportation — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that the trucking and transportation industry sees a high rate of work-related fatalities.
Healthcare — According to OSHA, hospitals are one of the most hazardous places to work, due to exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, repetitive motions, and from manually lifting patients.