What You Need to Prove If You Were Injured in the Workplace

The second element is proof that the injuries were caused directly by something in your workplace. Whether it’s a slip and fall due to a substance on the floor or a crush injury from heavy machinery, you must show cause and effect. For example, if you have life-long back problems and sustained a back injury at work, it will be difficult to prove that your back injury was caused directly by your place of employment. Your previous medical records would show that you had prior back problems and your claim could be denied.

Another critical element of a workplace injury claim is evidence that you suffered real damages due to the injury. Proof of your physical injuries could be as simple as providing medical records pertaining to the treatment of your work-related injury. Proof of emotional suffering could be providing records of counseling or medication prescribed for anxiety or depression.