5 Common Workplace Injuries

Personal Injury - April 2, 2026 by Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates

Workplace injuries are surprisingly common, and they can be debilitating if you do not handle them in the correct manner. Workplace injuries are not just a reality in high-risk professions like construction; they can affect anyone regardless of the job.

If you are suffering from an injury sustained at your workplace, you may be able to file a claim for compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. A qualified Chicago workers’ compensation lawyer is a good place to start, and at Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, we have extensive experience in not only workers’ compensation law, but also personal injury law.
Call us today at (800)-985-1819 to discuss your case and determine the best way to proceed. We have recovered more than $1 billion in settlements, and we will give your case the attention it deserves.
Here are five of the most common workplace injuries:

Slipping or Tripping

According to the United States Department of Labor, there are many potential causes for serious workplace accidents. Slipping and falling is one of the most common injury causes, and the impacts of a serious fall can be devastating. Many falls are avoidable and occur because of some form of negligence at the work-site.

Overexertion

Overexertion at the workplace is a common cause of serious injury. If your job requires you to do heavy lifting or moving, it is important that your employer follows the guidelines set out by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.
Recent studies by Liberty Mutual claimed overexertion was the leading cause of workplace injuries in 2012. During one calendar year, overexertion cost businesses more than $15 billion.

Falls

Liberty Mutual identifies falls as a major cause of workplace injuries. The majority of workplace falls happen from roofs or ladders, and they often occur because of negligence or faulty safety equipment.

Workplace Violence

Violence at the workplace stemming from altercations or disagreements is also a common cause of injuries. These injuries are usually superficial and non-life-threatening and thus do not have a particularly high direct cost for employers.

Car Accidents

If your job requires you to spend your day behind the wheel, you have an increased risk of sustaining injuries. If you sustain injuries in a car accident while performing duties for your employer, it may count as a workplace injury, and you may be entitled to some form of compensation.
If you sustain injuries on the job, you could benefit from consulting a workers’ compensation attorney for legal advice. Even if the injuries do not appear to be serious, you should determine if you are eligible for compensation as the symptoms could manifest themselves much later following the injury.
An experienced Chicago workers’ compensation lawyer can examine the merits of your claim and advise you on the best way to proceed. Our Chicago personal injury lawyers have been representing the Illinois’ injured since 1924, and we are ready to do the same for you. Call us today at (800)-985-1819 to schedule an initial consultation.