Slip, trip, stumble on same level without fall · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury
at Goodwill of North Central West Virginia, 6540 Mall Road, MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA 26501
on — Fractures , affecting the Ankle(s).
Final narrative
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