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Yes. On a Wednesday, aka Hump Day, it is reported that a Camel bit a Minnesotan Zoo Worker on the head. The Zoo Worker was dragged about 15 feet. Foxnews.com Another another co-worker was also bit in the head. The Injured Worker, who was bit and dragged, was airlifted to a hospital for treatment. The other Injured Worker declined medical treatment. The camel reportedly was not injured.

The fact pattern raises many important issues within workers’ compensation.

Who Pays for the Worker’s Airlift to Get Medical Treatment?

In California, medical transportation is considered as part of medical treatment. As such, if an ambulance or airlifting is medically necessary, the expense is to be paid for by the workers’ compensation carrier.

What Are the Concerns for the Injured Worker Who Was Dragged?

The Injured Worker who was bitten and dragged by the head has multiple medical concerns. First, there is question as to whether a Camel bite can transmit any blood borne illnesses or infections. Second, there is the question as to whether there was a head injury or trauma. Third, there is the concern as to whether there was an orthopedic neck injury. Finally, there is a concern that this injury caused an emotional injury. As such, it is important for the Injured Worker document with the medical providers all of their complaints.

Is There Any Concern for the Injured Worker Who Declined Medical Treatment?

Yes. Sometimes, at the time of the accident, an Injured Worker may feel that they were not injured. Sometimes, the next day they start feeling aches and pains from the accident. Therefore, it is important that the Injured Worker, even though they are not seeking medical attention, fill out a workers’ compensation claim form, a DWC-1, and note the body parts affected. In this instance, the Injured Worker should note that they were bitten on the head.

What if I Need Advice?

If you would like a free consultation regarding workers’ compensation, please contact the Law Offices of Edward J. Singer, a Professional Law Corporation. We have been helping people in Central and Southern California deal with their workers’ compensation cases for 27 years. Contact us today for more information.

Dramatic footage shows a San Francisco Library Security Guard viciously attacked by a Pit Bull. Fellow Officers rescued their co-worker from the dog. dailymail.com

At the time of the incident, the Library Security Guard had been trying to administer narcan medication to a library patron who has passed out. The patron’s pet was apparently the pit bull which attacked the Security Guard and bit onto his arm.

It is reported that the security guard was is hospitalized with serious injuries

Is This A Workers’ Compensation Claim?

Yes. The San Francisco Library Security Guard can pursue a workers’ compensation claim. This injury arose and out employment and was within the course and scope of employment. He should be eligible to receive benefits. For example, the hospitalization medical bills should be paid in full by workers’ compensation.

What Can Be Claimed For This Security Guard?

The Security Guard may have sustained extensive injuries to multiple body parts and systems. From the facts, it appears that the bite caused a hand injury. He may require treatment within a variety of medical specialties. For the bite, he may need to treat with an infectious disease doctor with respect to possible rabies. For scars, he may need to treat with a dermatologist. For muscular skeletal injuries, he may need to treat with an orthopedist. For post traumatic tress issues, he may been to treat with a mental health practitioner. Depending on the nature and extent of the injuries, this individuals treatment could be complex.

Can the Co-Workers File Workers’ Compensation Claims?

Yes. There may be possible stress claims for the co-workers if they were emotionally harmed in the incident. Further, it is possible that they may have sustained injury in fending off the dog. This could perhaps be orthopedic injury or due to breathing pepper spray if it was used to fend the dog off.

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