Janitors and custodians perform a variety of tasks in retail, office, medical, public service and other settings that can cause an injury or an occupation illness. These are just some of the many types of accidents or illnesses my law firm handles for injured janitors and custodians:
- Slip and Fall Accidents. Almost anything a janitor does can create a condition where a janitor might fall. Janitors routinely clean up wet spills and slippery surfaces. Equipment on the floor can cause a janitor to slip or trip. Objects from the shelves can fall or spill to the ground creating a dangerous condition.
- Electric Shock. Many types of electric equipment such as power tools and floor buffers to carpet cleaners and fixing light bulbs can cause an electrical shock.
- Repetitive stress injuries. Repetitive physical labor (pushing, pulling, lifting, etc.) can cause musculoskeletal injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome and injuries to the spine.
- Toxic chemicals. Many cleaning solutions and products used to clean walls, floors, and shelves contain chemicals which can come into contact with the hands, face, arms and the rest of the body. When physical contact occurs or the worker breathes in the substances, a janitor or custodian can suffer rashes, respiratory problems, skin disorders and other serious complications including long-term diseases.
- Lifting or moving something heavy. Contrary to popular belief, you do not always have to slip, trip or fall to have an “accident.” Even lifting or moving heavy trash bags or other items in the wrong way can sometimes cause an injury to the low back, neck or shoulder.
Call Virginia and North Carolina Injured Worker’s Lawyer Joe Miller if You Suffer Janitorial Related Injuries
Joe Miller Helps all types of injured workers including janitors, custodians and other maintenance personnel. He knows what type of accidents janitors suffer and what type of medical and wage loss relief they will need. He has the skills to aggressively handle your claim. Please call Virginia attorney Joe Miller at 888-694-1671 and ask for me, Joe Miller, Esq. or complete my online contact form.
