As the weather warms up in Massachusetts, many industries shift into high gear – especially those that depend on outdoor labor and seasonal work. Unfortunately, this seasonal uptick in activity often leads to a rise in work-related accidents and injuries, particularly in the spring months.
As a Framingham workers’ comp lawyer with many years of experience helping injured workers across the Metrowest and Greater Boston areas, I’ve seen how common – and preventable – these springtime injuries can be. If you’ve been involved in a work accident in Framingham or anywhere in Massachusetts, it’s important to know which industries carry the highest risk during the spring and what steps you should take to protect your health and legal rights.
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Construction and Landscaping
Once the snow melts, construction sites and landscaping companies ramp up operations. Outdoor crews are exposed to elevated workspaces, power tools, and heavy machinery, sometimes harsh conditions or unpredictable spring weather.
Common injuries:
- Falls from ladders or scaffolding
- Equipment-related crush injuries
- Cuts, lacerations, and amputations
- Heat exhaustion during unseasonably warm days
Construction workers and landscapers in Framingham and the surrounding area are particularly at risk, with many projects starting up at once in April, May, and June.
Transportation and Delivery Services
As people begin to travel more and shop more frequently, delivery drivers, couriers, and transportation workers face heavier workloads and more congested roads—especially during rainy spring months.
Common injuries:
- Car accidents
- Back and neck injuries from lifting packages
- Slip-and-fall injuries during deliveries
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) from collisions
If you’ve been involved in a delivery driver accident in Massachusetts – whether in the Boston, Framingham, or Worcester area – you may be eligible for both workers’ comp and third-party personal injury claims. This is a very important aspect to have reviewed by an experienced Massachusetts workers’ compensation attorney – especially one that also specializes in handling personal injury cases arising from car accidents. A third-party personal injury claim offers compensation for specific damages that workers’ compensation doesn’t. This generally results in more money being recovered for injured workers in these types of situations.
Retail and Hospitality
Tourism and seasonal events pick up in the spring, increasing pressure on retail and hospitality workers. Many employers hire part-time or seasonal staff who are undertrained and overworked.
Common injuries:
- Slip and falls on wet floors
- Burns and cuts in kitchens
- Overexertion from lifting or stocking
- Repetitive motion injuries from checkout or prep work
If you’re injured working in a Framingham restaurant, hotel, or retail store, report the injury immediately and consult a local workers’ comp attorney to understand your options.
Public Works and Municipal Jobs
City and town workers return to outdoor maintenance, roadwork, and sanitation duties. These jobs often involve close proximity to traffic, use of loud machinery, and unpredictable weather conditions.
Common injuries:
- Roadside vehicle accidents
- Hearing loss from loud equipment
- Musculoskeletal injuries from lifting
- Exposure to fumes and hazardous materials
Many Massachusetts municipal employees suffer injuries during spring clean-up, pothole repair, and park maintenance projects.
Injured in a Work Accident in Massachusetts? Know Your Rights!
Massachusetts workers’ compensation law offers certain benefits if you’re injured on the job, including:
- Medical treatment
- Weekly Disability Benefits as partial wage replacement
- Vocational rehabilitation (in some cases)
- Permanent disability benefits if applicable
But obtaining those benefits isn’t always easy. Employers and workers’ comp insurance companies may dispute your claim or pressure you to return to work before you’re ready.
As a Framingham workers’ comp lawyer, I help injured employees get the medical care and financial support they’re entitled to under Massachusetts law.
Talk to an Experienced Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation Attorney Today
If you or a loved one has suffered a work injury in Framingham or the Metrowest area this spring, don’t wait to take action. The sooner you speak with a skilled and experienced attorney, the better your chances of a successful claim and getting the benefits you deserve.
Chuck Pappas is a dedicated Massachusetts workers' compensation lawyer and personal injury attorney centrally located in Framingham, who represents injured workers throughout Boston, Natick, Worcester, and all of Metrowest Massachusetts. He brings aggressive advocacy, considerable experience, and personal attention to every case, helping clients fight back when they’re hurt on the job.
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A work accident isn't something most think about often until it happens to them. This is why injured workers typically have many questions and concerns after being seriously injured on the job. If you were hurt at work, you should have a good understanding of the workers’ compensation process and benefits available in Massachusetts. Experienced workers’ compensation lawyer, Chuck Pappas is here to help you during this difficult time.