Workplace injuries can happen in seconds — but the impact can last months, years, or a lifetime. Between medical bills, lost income, employer pressure, and confusing paperwork, most injured workers don’t know what to do first.

At Felton Made Law, we help workers and their families navigate the aftermath of workplace and construction accidents. This guide breaks down exactly what to do to protect your health, your job, and your legal rights from day one.

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1. Get Medical Attention Immediately

Your health always comes first. Even if the injury seems “minor,” get evaluated by a doctor right away. Many work-related injuries worsen over time, and early documentation is critical for:

• Workers’ compensation
• Personal injury claims
• Long-term disability
• Employer liability

Delaying treatment is one of the biggest mistakes injured workers make.

2. Report the Accident to Your Employer — In Writing

Most states require employees to report workplace injuries as soon as possible. Tell your supervisor or HR, and request written confirmation.

Include:

• Date
• Time
• Location
• How the accident happened
• Visible injuries

If they refuse to document it, email them the details so there’s a timestamped record.

3. Document the Scene and Your Injuries

Use your phone to gather evidence before it disappears.

Take photos of:

• The hazardous condition
• Equipment involved
• Tools or materials
• Lack of safety measures
• Visible injuries

Collect:

• Witness names
• Written statements if possible
• Any video footage available

Worksites change fast. Get proof now before it’s gone.

4. Do NOT Give a Detailed Statement to Insurance or the Employer Without Legal Advice

Workplace insurers and safety managers often pressure workers into:

• Minimizing injuries
• Admitting partial fault
• Signing forms they don’t understand
• Giving recorded statements

Don’t do it.

They are protecting the company — not you.

Speak to a lawyer before signing or recording anything.

5. Keep All Medical Records and Follow Your Treatment Plan

Insurance companies often argue:

“If you didn’t follow your treatment, you must not be seriously hurt.”

Go to every appointment, follow doctors’ instructions, and save:

• Receipts
• Treatment plans
• Test results
• Medications
• Work restrictions

This documentation strengthens your claim.

6. Track All Work Limitations and Financial Losses

Create a simple log that includes:

• Days missed from work
• Tasks you can no longer perform
• Pain levels
• Impact on daily life
• Out-of-pocket expenses

Construction accident cases often involve major long-term loss — you need a complete record.

7. Contact a Workplace/Construction Accident Lawyer Before Mistakes Happen

Workplace injury cases become complicated fast — especially construction accidents. You may be dealing with:

• Your employer
• Workers’ comp
• Third-party contractors
• Equipment manufacturers
• Site supervisors
• Insurance companies

At Felton Made Law, we:

• Investigate the accident
• Identify all responsible parties
• Preserve critical evidence
• Handle insurance
• Build a trial-ready case
• Fight for the maximum compensation available

And you never pay upfront.

Learn more about how we handle these cases:

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‍If You Already Missed Steps, It’s Not Too Late

Most workers don’t know what to do after an accident — especially in environments where employers intimidate or mislead them.

The sooner you call, the more control we can take back.

Felton Made Law Protects Injured Workers — Period

Construction accidents and workplace injuries can lead to:

• Chronic pain
• Permanent disability
• Lost income
• Stress and financial pressure
• Long recovery times
• Long-term physical limitations

You shouldn’t deal with any of this alone.

At Felton Made Law, you get:

• Direct access to Brandon Felton
• Tailor-made representation
• Real communication
• Zero call centers
• Zero shortcuts
• No fees unless we win

Your job is to recover.

Our job is to protect your future.

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