Work-related injuries could limit or even end your ability to perform your job. Whether these work-related injuries last a few days or result in permanent disability, they affect every aspect of your life. Often, they result in financial losses: work-related injuries can require costly medical treatment and recovery that may mean lost wages.

Work-related injuries are any injuries or illnesses that result from the employee's required job duties. Work-related injuries can happen at any mandatory event or location, or wherever the employee is being paid.

Work-related injuries can be settled quickly and easily, but sometimes involve extensive litigation. Those who suffer work-related injuries should report them as soon as possible to their employer using the proper forms. Work-related injuries should also be investigated by a physician, as medical evidence for claims of work-related injuries is generally required in the form of a physician's statement. Evidence of work-related injuries allows the victim to qualify for workers' compensation and associated benefits. While the documentation for work-related injuries is usually submitted through the employer, generally a state or federal workers' compensation office decides the work-related injuries claims.