Injuries can happen in all different kinds of workplace environments, from dramatic construction site accidents to the quiet erosion of joint functionality caused by repetitive motion injuries in serene office settings. Although it is true that those employed in factory or construction work have a higher incidence of work place injuries, retail workers, restaurant employees and even those in the medical profession and others are injured on a regular basis.

The 6 most common on the job injuries covered by Workers Compensation are motor vehicle accident injuries, slip and fall injuries, over-exertion injuries, health problems caused by chemical exposure, repetitive stress injuries and injuries caused by machinery.

Motor vehicles causing workplace injuries can include automobiles, trucks, forklifts, backhoes, bulldozers and any other kind of motor vehicle imaginable that is used for business reasons. Motor vehicle injuries are frequently severe and debilitating.

Slip-and-fall injuries are common and construction sites but can occur anywhere from flat level ground to a ladder, roof or other great height and can cause bruises and contusions, broken bones, joint damage and even brain injury.

Over-exertion injuries include joint and muscle damage, heat stroke or exhaustion and may be minor or severe.

Extended or short-term exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause respiratory damage, nervous system damage, diseases or cancers like mesothelioma, blindness and much more.

Repetitive stress injuries can include carpal tunnel syndrome, long-term or permanent back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain or hand problems.

Injuries caused by machinery are often severe and life-threatening because they involve powerful tools with a great deal of force propelling them like lathes, table saws and electric presses.

Most work place injuries are covered by Workers Compensation Insurance, a program mandated by law to provide coverage for American employees. Initially designed to protect jobholders, Workers Compensation can sometimes have the opposite effect and protect irresponsible employers from lawsuits while providing inadequate compensation to those injured on the job.

Workplace accidents can cause financial difficulties due to medical expenses, lost work and long-term disabilities that permanently affect the victim's ability to earn. With so much at stake it is essential to have a Workers Compensation attorney on your team to help you deal with all the complex aspects of filing Workers Compensation claims.

If you have been injured on the job it is imperative that you fill out all paperwork deemed necessary by your employer but avoid signing anything that admits fault in causing the accident or negates your legally mandated Workers Compensation rights. Take pictures of the causes of the accident and of your injury then gather written witness statements to document the incident. Visit a physician immediately for treatment, the prevention of complications and further documentation then contact an injury lawyer experienced in Workers Compensation claims and work place injuries.