Recent reports of airline accidents in Maryland and Philadelphia have many travelers questioning the safety of air travel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Statistically, air travel remains one of the safest ways to travel. Air passengers experience fewer deaths and injuries per mile traveled than those who take cars, buses, or trains. Yet serious injuries can and do occur at airports.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, a recent accident at Chicago\u2019s O\u2019Hare Airport when a tug vehicle hit an airplane, causing the vehicle to flip. Its driver was seriously injured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here, we provide information on safety risks, safety resources, and what to do if you\u2019re injured at an airport or on an airline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chicago\u2019s O\u2019Hare Airport is one of the largest air hubs in the United States. Midway Airport shares airline duties within the \u201cworld\u2019s busiest square mile.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While both airports work to operate smoothly and safely, injuries can occur. Common injury risks at airports include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other serious injuries can occur at airports or in air travel as well. The negligent or intentional behavior of other passengers or airline\/airport staff may cause harm, as can other forms of carelessness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
O\u2019Hare International Airport has its own internal emergency number: 733-894-9111<\/a>. Travelers can call this number for emergency assistance after any kind of accident or injury.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Chicago Department of Aviation also offers an online Safety and Emergency Management Report Form. This form allows airport employees to file safety or emergency management reports. The CDA works to keep reporting employees\u2019 identities confidential. The form can be used to report a safety risk before or after an injury occurs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re injured at an airport or on an airplane, you can take steps to protect your safety, health, and legal rights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re injured while working at an airport or for an airline<\/a>, start by notifying your employer about your injuries. This notification starts the workers\u2019 compensation process.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get medical attention as soon as possible. In an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency injuries, ask your employer for a list of doctors approved by workers\u2019 compensation. Arrange to see one of these doctors as soon as you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep copies of your notes from doctor\u2019s appointments and any bills or receipts for medical care. These play an important role in both a workers\u2019 compensation claim and any additional injury case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, talk to an experienced attorney for help navigating indemnizaci\u00f3n por accidente laboral<\/a>, a separate injury case, or both.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n In an accident, think safety first. Move to a safe area if you can, but don\u2019t move a critically injured person. Call 911 or contact emergency services within the airport, if possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Get medical attention as soon as you can. If you don\u2019t receive emergency care, schedule an appointment with your doctor, visit an urgent care clinic, or go to the emergency room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Save copies of paperwork from your doctor, accident reports, and similar info. You can use this information to help establish a claim for compensation if your injuries were caused by another\u2019s negligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, reach out to a dedicated Chicago injury lawyer<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat To Do If You\u2019re Injured in an Airport or Airline Accident<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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