Help! I was Hurt Working for Burgerville!*

Were you injured during your shift at Burgerville? If so, you might be able to file a claim against Burgerville seeking workers’ comp benefits. Most U.S. employers maintain workers’ compensation insurance coverage to protect their employees. Workers’ comp has medical coverage plus covers a portion of lost wages while the employee is out of work for the injury.

If you think you could be eligible to file a claim against Burgerville for workers’ comp benefits, consult with a workers’ compensation attorney.

Company Profile: Burgerville

Burgerville is a privately-owned restaurant chain that has locations in Oregon and Washington. Owned by The Holland Inc., the chain was founded as a fast casual restaurant in 1961. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, the chain’s menu consists predominantly of hamburgers, but also has turkey and chicken sandwiches, burgers for vegetarians, and fish and chips.

All locations are within an 80-mile radius. The chain has 50 locations, about 1,500 employees, and an annual revenue of $75 million.

Were You Hurt Working at Burgerville?

Every job has risks. Here are some hypothetical examples of how you can be injured working at Burgerville:

  • While lifting boxes of ingredients, you suffered a back injury. You will need ongoing care from a physical therapist and orthopedic specialist. The medical bills are adding up and you aren’t bringing home a paycheck. A workers’ comp claim against Burgerville might be able to help you recover medical expenses and some lost wages.
  • You were in the kitchen area when you slipped and fell because of food on the floor. During the fall, you broke your elbow. This painful injury will require extensive medical treatment that includes surgery. You will wear a long cast on your arm for a couple of months and you will find that you are unable to work during that time. Burgerville workers’ comp might be able to help you as you recover from your injuries.
  • Burns suffered to your neck, chest, and arms while working in the kitchen are requiring ongoing treatment. Your medical bills have accumulated thousands of dollars and you are going to require intensive therapy. Burgerville workers’ comp benefits might pay your medical costs and some of your lost wages as you are healing from the injuries.

If you are hurt while working your shift at Burgerville, you should get immediate medical attention. Tell your manager so an accident report can be filed. This report is needed for your workers’ comp claim.

Schedule a Workers’ Compensation Attorney Consultation

If you were hurt while you were working for Burgerville, you should schedule a consultation with a workers’ compensation attorney for the best chance at winning your claim. A workers’ comp attorney can take care of the claims process and will work to ensure your rights are protected.

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