Navigating Electrician Injuries: Steps to Secure Workers’ Compensation
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Types of Injuries and Illnesses
Electricians play a crucial role in our society, ensuring that homes, businesses, and infrastructure have the power they need. However, this job also exposes them to various hazards, which can lead to serious injuries. Today we will answer common questions about typical injuries faced by electricians and provide prevention tips. In addition, we will also …
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Occupational Injuries Among Nurses: Prevention and Rights to Compensation
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The physically demanding nature of a nursing career often puts these healthcare professionals at risk of various injuries. This article will explore common injuries among registered nurses, preventive measures to take, and the necessary steps for getting workers’ compensation if injured. If you’re in Virginia and need legal help in this regard, the Richmond Workers’ …
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Preventing Tragedies: Virginia Workers’ Comp Attorney Urges Safety Reforms After Fatal Wood Chipper Incident in South West Virginia
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Preventing Tragedies: Virginia Workers’ Comp Attorney Urges Safety Reforms After Fatal Wood Chipper Incident in South West Virginia In a recent tragic incident in Saltville, Virginia, a man lost his life after being pulled headfirst into a wood chipper during a tree-trimming operation. As a dedicated Virginia Workers’ Compensation attorney specializing in workers’ comp cases in the state, I’ve …
Back Pain from a Work Injury- Virginia
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Types Of Accidents, Types of Injuries and Illnesses, Workers' Compensation Benefits
Back Pain from a Work Injury- Virginia Back injuries sustained at work can be some of the most challenging and debilitating accidents. If you’re one of the many individuals in Virginia dealing with the pain and uncertainty of a workplace back injury, you’re not alone. My name is Michele Lewane, and I’m a workers’ compensation …
Workers Comp Payouts for Back Injuries in Virginia
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Returning To Work, Types Of Accidents, Types of Injuries and Illnesses, Workers' Compensation Benefits
Back injuries are some of the most common types of injuries we see when it comes to injuries on the job. A back injury at work can be painful and, in some cases, can take months or years to heal, or it may never resolve leaving you permanently disabled. Back injuries, under the proper circumstances …
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Are Occupational Diseases Covered by Virginia Workers Compensation?
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Are Occupational Diseases Covered by Virginia Workers Compensation? The most common types of injuries covered under workers’ compensation are accidents; however, some occupational diseases can be covered under Virginia Workers Compensation Benefits. What is an Occupational Disease? An occupational disease is considered a disease that arises out of and in the course of employment (just …
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Serious Pain After a Work Injury
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Serious Pain After a Work Injury I hate that so many of the people that I speak to are in serious pain after a work injury. I realize that yes, injuries, even small ones can be painful, but I always wish for a magic wand to take it away and make it all better (if …
Treatment for Chronic Pain after a Work Injury
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types of Injuries and Illnesses
Treatment for Chronic Pain after a Work Injury Several of my clients are left to deal with chronic pain after a work injury. In many cases, the causes of chronic pain are not completely understood and the pain can be challenging to treat. I found some tips from www.webmd.com on dealing with this condition (at …
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Testing for Traumatic Brain Injuries
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types Of Accidents, Types of Injuries and Illnesses
“Because traumatic brain injuries are usually emergencies and because consequences can worsen swiftly without treatment, doctors usually need to assess the situation rapidly.” (taken from www.mayoclinic.com) Brain injuries are complex and your doctor will need to know all the details of what happened in order to better access your situation. The questions below can help …
Do my injuries qualify for permanent partial disability?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types of Injuries and Illnesses, Workers' Compensation Benefits
One of the most common types of Virginia Workers Compensation claims filed is for permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits. Unlike a total disability, which results in the inability to return to work, a permanent partial disability means you can still work, but you have some permanent limitations due to your workplace injury. Common injuries leading to …
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