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Can I sue my employer if I have carpal tunnel syndrome in both of my hands?
Asked on Jan 19th, 2011 on Personal Injury - Nebraska
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I have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands. I am fast food manager that works 50 hours per week and must work at a fast pace. I start with pain and end my day ends in excruciating pain. Unfortunately, surgery is not an option in one of my hands but is in the other. What are my options?
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Business Litigation Attorney serving Columbus, OH
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Generally, if you have been injured at work or your work related activities give rise to an injury such as carpal tunnel, you may be able to file a claim for worker's compensation. You may contact our office to schedule an appointment if you have further questions or if you need assistance with this issue. You can also schedule an appointment or obtain additional information at our websites. Thank you.
Answered on Nov 27th, 2012 at 11:42 AM
Probate Attorney serving East Hartford, CT
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In Connecticut you cannot Sue your employee but can make a claim for worker's compensation benefits. You will need a medical opinion that your work was a factor in causing your injury.
Answered on Jan 20th, 2011 at 10:28 AM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Charlotte, NC
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You can file a worker compensation claim if this problem was caused by the repetitive motion of the job. This is a doctor call.
Answered on Jan 20th, 2011 at 7:28 AM
Under CT law you may file a worker's compensation claim against your employer for lost wages, medical bills, permanent disability, etc. You should contact an attorney for further guidance.
Answered on Jan 20th, 2011 at 5:28 AM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Omaha, NE
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Chandler Conway, P.C., L.L.O.
Sounds like a possible workers compensation issue. You should contact a work comp lawyer.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 6:58 PM
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If the injury is truly caused from working then you would have a workers compensation claim.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 6:43 PM
In Virginia, such claims come under the category of worker's compensation and may or may not be compensable. You should consult an experienced attorney in that field.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 5:28 PM
William C. Gosnell
Hire a lawyer and ask him or her about workmen's comp. Every state is different.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 5:13 PM
In Utah, if you are injured on the job, your only recourse is through workers compensation. In other words, you cannot sue your employer but must file a workers compensation claim. You will need to prove that the injury was caused by the work you do on the job.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 4:58 PM
Wrongful Death Attorney serving Salem, OR
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You should report this to your employer and file a worker's compensation claim. In Oregon, if you have worker's compensation, you are required to file a claim and go through this process. A good worker's compensation attorney should be able to assist you.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 4:43 PM
Workers Compensation Attorney serving West Palm Beach, FL
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You have a workers comp case. You need to report it to your employer and hire an attorney.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 3:58 PM
Worker's Compensation Attorney serving Corona, CA
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You need to consult with a workers' compensation attorney in your area ASAP. Contact me if you need a referral in the Southern California region.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 3:13 PM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Chicago, IL
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Willens & Baez Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
A worker who has sustained an injury, commonly referred to as a repetitive trauma injury, is entitled to benefits under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Repetitive trauma injuries are not necessarily due to a specific incident. These injuries generally occur over time. Unfortunately, when a worker is injured through repetitive trauma, the worker might not associate the injury as being work-related.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 3:13 PM
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You may have a case, based upon the information that you have supplied. We would be happy to provide you with a free consultation if you call my office at either of the numbers listed below. My office has handled many carpal tunnel cases. If my office accepts your case, there is no fee charged unless we are able to obtain a settlement for you.
Thank you for your email, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 2:58 PM
David J. Reed
It depends on the cause of the syndrome. You may have a worker's compensation claim though. You should speak to an attorney about the cause and damages. Most personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 2:58 PM