Tacoma Back Injury Lawyers
A back injury on the job can leave you with lifelong complications that keep you from earning the income you need to make ends meet. At Smith Duran Law, our Tacoma workplace back injury lawyers are dedicated to helping injured workers throughout Washington state with their workers’ compensation claims, and we are here for you. As we help you through your compensation claim, we will also remain in constant contact with you to keep you informed about the entire resolution process.
Common Examples Of On-The-Job Back Injuries
Any job has the potential to cause a worker to suffer catastrophic back injuries. Depending on the nature of the accident, someone could suffer herniated discs, strains, sprains, fractured vertebrae, chronic back pain, and sciatica. These and other injuries can occur in different ways, whether from an accident or repetitive motion, but any cause can still result in significant pain and mobility issues.
Frequent Causes Of Back Injuries
Back injuries can be caused by a wide variety of factors. Some common examples of these causes include heavy lifting, repetitive motion, falls, poor posture, and accidents involving machinery or vehicles. You can reduce the chance of these injuries by wearing proper lifting gear when needed and following proper safety protocols when working.
Can You Sue For Workplace Back Injuries?
In the state of Washington, you generally cannot sue your employer for a workplace injury due and still receive workers’ compensation. However, we can review your case and look for possible third-party claims to hold someone other than your employer accountable, such as a subcontractor or a manufacturer of a defective product.
What Types Of Workers’ Comp Benefits Can You Receive For Back Injuries In Tacoma?
In Tacoma, injured workers can receive various types of workers’ comp benefits for back injuries. These include medical care, wage replacement, disability benefits and vocational rehabilitation. Medical care compensation is meant to cover all related medical expenses of your injury. Wage replacement compensates for lost wages if you cannot work due to your injury. Disability benefits are available for temporary or permanent disabilities, depending on the severity of your injuries. Vocational rehabilitation assists with retraining and finding new employment if you cannot return to your previous job.
Our Team Is Here To Help You Recover. Call Us For A Free Consultation!
When you suffer a back injury at work, let our Tacoma back injury attorneys help you earn the compensation you need to cover the costs of your injuries. For a free initial consultation, call us at 877-557-5144 or email us here and take the first step in resolving your workers’ comp claim today.