Introduction
Sometimes accidents happen at work. People can fall down or cut themselves. This man asked his boss for help.

   My name is Gaspa

   I am from Togo.

    In Togo, I worked on a farm.

    Now, I live in Virginia.

    I work in construction.

    I like my job, but it is dangerous.

    Last week, I cut my hand.

    The cut was very bad.

    My boss took me to the hospital.

    I can't work like before.

    I need to work.

    My family needs money.

    I talked with my boss about my accident.

    I asked my boss, "What can I do? I cut myself at work, not a home."

    My boss gave me a form for workers' compensation.

    I will get paid.

    I will go to a physical therapist every week.

   My work will pay my medical bills, too.

    Next month, my hand will be OK.

   I will work again.

Conclusion
Gaspa had a good boss. He helped Gaspa after his accident. It is very important to communicate with your boss about workers' compensation.