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Iowa Workplace Injuries: Slip and Fall Accidents

If you suffer a slip and fall accident at your workplace in Iowa, the result could be a few minor bumps and bruises.

Unfortunately, you could end up with a serious injury, such as: 

• Broken hip - hip fractures are especially dangerous for older adults. They can cause immobility and severe pain. Treatment usually involves surgery, medication and rehabilitation. With this kind of surgery, there is a high risk of developing blood clots, despite your age, which could be fatal.
• Head injuries - if your head hits a hard object during a slip and fall accident at the workplace, bleeding might occur in your brain and cause an intracranial hematoma. Signs and symptoms include a severe headache, imbalance, confusion, mood changes, vomiting and unconsciousness. Surgery and medication are usually required.
• Torn ligaments - if you tear a ligament in your knee, for example, you could face severe pain and swelling in addition to instability. Surgery followed by rehabilitation may be necessary. 

Your best course of action after a workplace slip and fall accident in Iowa is to alert your employer immediately, seek medical treatment according to company protocol and consult with a Des Moines Workers' Compensation attorney. Your attorney might be able to help you maximize your compensation to adequately address your needs. To learn more about workplace safety concerns, visit our article library. 

Contacting a West Des Moines Workers' Compensation Attorney

The West Des Moines Workers' Compensation attorney team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair knows the importance of protecting your work injury claim from the get-go. Learn more by ordering this FREE book; Iowa Workers' Compensation - An Insider's Guide to Work Injuries: 7 Deadly Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Hurt At Work or by calling 1-800-707-2552.