Workplace injuries can severely impact your life, often leaving you unable to perform your job for extended periods. Hiring a McKinney workplace injury attorney can help you face this recovery process and secure the compensation you deserve. However, after a long period away from work, returning to your role can cause some unexpected challenges. At this time, it’s important to work closely with your employer to manage your return.
Top Questions for an Employer After a Workplace Injury
When you have suffered an injury at work, you may be a bit torn on how to approach your employer. You may feel as though you can’t talk to your employer or feel like they are punishing you for being injured. There are ways to get back to work after your work injury; you just have to know what questions to ask. Attorney Joe Lucé is happy to assist you in getting back to work.
Preparing your questions in advance can lay the groundwork for an easy, comfortable return to work. After time off spent recovering from a serious injury, employers will understand the need to manage this process.
Here are a few things you should ask your employer upon your return.
Can You Accommodate My Work Restrictions?
Many people who go back to work after an injury may have work restrictions. Most commonly these include weight restrictions, avoiding prolonged standing or sitting, or being unable to walk long distances. Your employer should be able to make accommodations for your work restrictions. Bring a note from your doctor with these restrictions in writing. If your employer refuses to make accommodations, you need to speak with your attorney.
Making sure your employer is willing to be flexible with your work restrictions is key to managing a return. Depending on the nature of your injury and recovery, these follow-up questions are often relevant.
- Are you able to manage the work restrictions my doctor has provided?
- Can you accommodate my restrictions on lifting limits and prolonged standing?
- Do you need a written note from my doctor outlining my restrictions?
- What should I do if accommodations are not available for my current position?
Determining how much you can tolerate during the recovery phase is not always easy. Check that your employer has a process in place to manage this unpredictable transition.
- What should I do if I experience pain or difficulty performing my tasks?
As experienced personal injury attorneys, we know that most clients are eager to return to work and progress with their careers. Your employer should have a plan to support your progress to full duties.
- Is there a plan for gradually increasing my workload as I recover?
Contact a McKinney Workplace Injury Attorney Today
If you’re dealing with the repercussions of a workplace injury, you need the support of an experienced North Texas law firm. Lucé Law, PC offers comprehensive legal advice and representation for employees involved in workplace accidents. Call (972) 632-1300 or request a free legal consultation.
