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Ohio Slip and Fall
at Work Lawyers
You are likely covered by Ohio Workers’ Comp,
even if the fall was your own fault. It is a
no-fault system.
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Are Slip and Fall Injuries Covered by Ohio
Workers' Comp?
A slip and fall at work is covered by Ohio Workers' Compensation whenever it happens in the course of your job. It does not matter who was at fault, because Ohio is a no-fault Workers' Comp state.
You are still covered when
The fall was your own mistake
No one else was careless
You slipped on a wet floor, ice, or clutter
You were hurt while doing your job
Rare exceptions that can
affect a claim
You were intoxicated at the time
Fighting or horseplay caused the fall
A purely personal (idiopathic) condition
If one of these worries you, we can look at the facts and tell you where you stand.
Common Slip and Fall Injuries at Work
Workplace slips, trips, and falls most often cause broken bones, back and spine injuries, head injuries, knee and shoulder damage, and sprains
Fractures & broken bones
Falls often break wrists, ankles, hips, and arms. Broken bones can need surgery, hardware, and months of recovery.
Back & spinal injuries
Landing hard can herniate a disc or injure the spinal cord, some of the most painful, long-lasting results of a fall.
Head injuries & concussions
A fall that hits the head can cause a concussion or a traumatic brain injury (TBI), with headaches and memory trouble.
Knee, shoulder & soft-tissue
Twisting during a fall can tear a rotator cuff, damage a knee, or injure connective tissue that needs therapy or surgery.
Sprains, strains & torn ligaments
Sprained ankles, pulled muscles, and torn ligaments may seem minor but can keep you off your feet and out of work.
What Causes Slip and Fall Accidents at Work
Most workplace falls come from wet or slippery floors, ice and snow, poor lighting, cluttered walkways, loose mats, and uneven surfaces.
These hazards are found on Ohio job sites year-round: spilled liquids and freshly mopped floors, torn carpet, missing handrails, poor lighting in stockrooms, and cords left in walkways. Workers in warehouses, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and construction face them most.
Parking-lot and ice falls in Ohio winters
Ohio winters add a real hazard: icy sidewalks, snowy steps, and slick parking lots. A slip and fall on ice at work, including in your employer's parking lot, can be covered by Workers' Comp depending on the facts. Because parking-lot falls raise coverage questions, it is smart to talk to a lawyer about yours.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall at Work in Ohio
Report the injury to your employer right away, get medical care, and file a First Report of Injury (FROI) with the Ohio BWC. You generally have one year to file.
Report To
Your Employer
Tell your supervisor and get it
in writing.
Get Medical
Treatment
See a doctor and say it happened at work.
File Your
BWC Claim
We file your First Report of Injury (FROI).
Track The One-Year Deadline
You generally have one year in Ohio. Do not wait.
Talk To
An Attorney
Talk to us before you
sign anything.
Workers' Comp Benefits
You Can Recover
A workplace slip-and-fall claim can pay for your medical treatment, replace part of your lost wages, compensate you for lasting impairment, and help you get back to work.
Medical Treatment
Doctor visits, surgery, therapy, and prescriptions for your work injury.
Lost Wages (TTD)
Temporary total disability replaces part of your lost pay while you recover.
Permanent Partial Disability
Compensation when your fall leaves you with lasting impairment.
Vocational Rehab
Retraining and help finding suitable work within your restrictions.
What is your slip-and-fall claim worth?
There is no set price. Value depends on how serious your injury is, how much work you miss, and any lasting impairment. We explain how value is decided and fight for every benefit you qualify for.
When You Can File a Claim Beyond Workers' Comp
Usually you cannot sue your employer. But if someone else caused your fall, you may be able to file a second claim on top of Workers' Comp.
Your Workers' Comp Claim
Filed against the Ohio BWC · No-fault
Medical treatment
Part of your lost wages
Lasting impairment
You get this no matter who caused the fall.
A Third-Party Claim
When someone other than your employer is at fault
Full lost wages
Pain and suffering
Losses Workers' Comp will not pay
Property Owner
Contractor
Equipment Maker
A third-party claim stacks on top of your Workers' Comp benefits, it does not replace them. If your fall happened somewhere other than work, a personal injury claim may be the right path.
How Our Ohio Workers' Comp Attorneys Help
Our family handles every stage of a BWC claim, from filing your First Report of Injury to arguing appeals, so you can focus on healing instead of paperwork.
Filing Your BWC Claim
Your claim starts with the First Report of Injury (FROI). We make sure every allowed condition reflects your fall from the start.
Appealing Denied Claims
Denied or disputed? We fight it through every level, from DHO and SHO hearings to the Industrial Commission.
Pursuing TTD Benefits
Wage replacement while you cannot work, filed on the C-84. We make sure your wage rate is calculated correctly.
If a safety violation caused your fall, you may recover an extra 15% to 50% on top of your benefits. See how VSSR claims work
Compensation for lasting impairment, filed on the C-92 and based on your impairment rating.
Settlements & Lump-Sum
When it makes sense, we negotiate a fair lump-sum settlement and walk you through the trade-offs.
New to the system? Read our guide on getting paid after a work injury.
Related Workplace Injuries We Handle
Knisley Law represents Ohio workers across every kind of workplace injury, anywhere a BWC claim is on the line.
Falls
from Heights
Ladders, scaffolding, roofs, and
loading docks.
Amputations
Loss of a finger, hand, or limb in a workplace accident.
Work Vehicle
Accidents
Crashes in company trucks, vans, and equipment.
Industrial Accidents
Machinery, forklift, crush, and
caught-in injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions About
Slip and Fall Injuries at Work
