
Employment-related injury
An employment-related injury is harm or physical damage that occurs to a worker while performing their job duties or within the scope of their employment. This can include accidents, falls, or exposure to harmful substances. Such injuries may result in medical expenses, lost wages, or long-term disability. Employers are typically responsible for preventing workplace injuries through safety measures and must often provide workers' compensation benefits to support injured employees financially and medically. Overall, these injuries highlight the importance of maintaining safe work environments to protect employees’ health and well-being.