Help! I was hurt working at ARCO*!

Were you hurt while working your shift at ARCO? If so, you might be eligible to file a claim against ARCO for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation insurance is offered by most employers in the United States for their employees at no charge.

If you think you may be eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim against ARCO, you should contact a workers’ compensation attorney as soon as you can so you can ensure your rights are protected and to help you get a fair settlement to help you recover some of your lost wages and the costs of your medical bills.

Company Profile: ARCO

Atlantic Richfield Company, known as ARCO, is an American oil company that operates in the U.S., Indonesia, the North Sea, and the South China Sea.

The company has more than 1,300 gas stations in the western U.S. The company was founded in 1966 and has headquarters in La Palma, California. Its parent organization is Tesoro, BP America Inc.

Did You Get Hurt While Working at ARCO?

Here are some hypothetical scenarios in which an ARCO employee may suffer an injury:

  • While you were cleaning the restroom, you fell and broke your arm. You will need intensive medical treatment and wear a cast for 6 to 8 weeks. You won’t be working for a while and your medical bills will quickly add. A workers’ comp claim against ARCO might help you during this time.
  • You were cleaning up a gas spill at the pumps when you fell and hit your head on the concrete. You suffered head trauma and you had to be transported to the local hospital by ambulance. After a hospitalization for head trauma, you are undergoing rehabilitation. You will be out of work for months, and you will end up tens of thousands of dollars in debt for medical costs. ARCO workers’ comp might be able to help you recover medical costs and lost wages.
  • As you were stocking the shelves in the gas station, you hurt your back causing serious pain. Your back injury required treatment from a specialist and will need ongoing care. ARCO workers’ comp might help you during your lengthy recovery period.
  • If you get hurt while working at ARCO, tell you supervisor right away because an accident report must be completed. Make sure you give a detailed account of how the accident occurred so it will be included in the report.

    Workers’ Comp Attorney Consultation

    If you have suffered an injury while working at ARCO, you should schedule a consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney. A workers’ comp attorney can take care of the claims process and will make sure you are treated fairly throughout the claims process. For the best chance of winning your claim, contact a workers’ compensation attorney today.

    *The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against ARCO or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.