Spine Injuries in the Workplace
If you injure your spine while on the job, you may be unable to return to work because of a disabling or otherwise serious complication. Spine injuries can cause a variety of physical problems that make regular work difficult, in addition to often requiring expensive medical treatment. This can quickly leave a family in financial distress. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits are likely available to a worker who is seriously injured on the job, and these may cover a variety of costs associated with a worker’s spine injury.
If you have suffered a spinal injury in the course of performing work-related duties, it is probable that you are qualified to receive workers’ compensation benefits. For assistance with the filing of your claim or with the pursuit of an appeal after you have been denied, contact the experienced Minnesota workers’ compensation lawyers of Robert Wilson & Associates by calling us at (612) 334-3444.
Consequences of Spine Injuries
There are many different causes of spine injuries, like falling, equipment malfunctions, and employer negligence. The following are representative of possible consequences associated with a spinal injury:
- Partial paralysis
- Total paralysis
- Whiplash
- Nerve damage
- Compromised motor control
- Incontinence
These injuries and disabilities can quickly affect a worker’s ability to return to regular employment, and may result in damage serious enough to render one permanently disabled. Fortunately, with the help of workers’ compensation benefits, an injured or disabled worker may be able to remain afloat through these difficulties.
Contact Us
At Robert Wilson & Associates, our Minnesota workers’ compensation attorneys are dedicated to helping our clients to claim the benefits which they are due after suffering a work-related spine injury. Contact us at (612) 334-3444 today to discuss your situation with a compassionate and committed lawyer.