Macon Carpal Tunnel Injury Attorneys
Many injuries are not caused by serious accidents, but are the result of simply doing your job. Workplaces are full of job requirements that either cause injury or aggravate existing injuries due to repetitive activities. If this happens to you, know that you can file a workers' compensation claim to obtain benefits to help you deal with this type of injury, often called a repetitive stress injury.
At our Macon, Georgia, law firm, The Boston Law Firm, we help people suffering from repetitive stress injuries file workers' compensation claims. With many years of experience handling injury claims of all types, our lawyers know what is needed for a successful outcome.
Causes of Repetitive Stress Injuries
Repetitive stress injuries occur when repetition of a particular action causes injury to a part of the body. They can also stem from aggravation of an existing injury caused by repetitive actions. People working on assembly lines, keyboarding in offices, working in meat packing plants, performing construction work and working in many other types of jobs frequently suffer these types of injuries.
It is important to document the injury carefully and build a record that illustrates the effect of the injury on your ability to perform your job. We know what administrative law judges look for in workers' compensation claims arising from carpal tunnel injury and other stress injuries. We ensure that your claim is detailed, accurate and medically correct.
Examples of Repetitive Motion Injuries
Common repetitive stress injuries include:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Back & neck pain
- Shoulder injuries
- Ganglion cysts
- Raynaud's phenomenon
- Epicondylitis
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
If you have been diagnosed with injuries such as these, it is important to find out whether you are eligible for workers' compensation. Contact our Georgia repetitive motion injuries attorneys. Call The Boston Law Firm at 478-845-1796 for a free consultation.
