Representing The Rights Of Injured Health Care Professionals
An aging population creates a need for more health care workers. Along with a booming health care industry comes more injuries to those care workers. The physically taxing nature of the work, combined with unpredictable patients, can lead to serious injuries that leave care workers unable to work and facing a mountain of medical bills.
If you are an injured health care worker in New Jersey and need help with your workers’ compensation claim, turn to our team at Fishman & Fishman, LLC. Our attentive service and tenacious advocacy make up the prescription for maximizing your workers’ compensation benefits. We are looking out for your health. We realize the job hazards that health care professionals face and the pressures on them to return to patient care.
Nurses And Care Workers Injured On The Job
We have helped many employees in the health care field assert their work injury rights, including:
- Nurses (RNs and LPNs)
- Certified nursing assistants (CNAs)
- Lab techs and hospital employees
- In-home caregivers (private nurses)
- Home health care aides
- Nursing home employees
From the moment you first meet with us until you receive the settlement or award you deserve, you will be working with one attorney. We personally handle our clients’ cases, so we can form a relationship and understand the unique challenges they face.
Common Injuries Faced By Health Care Employees
Health care employees are at a heightened risk of various injuries due to the demanding nature of their work environment. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, the health care and social assistance sector had one of the highest rates of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses in 2023, with an incidence rate of 3.6 cases per 100 full-time workers, compared to the overall average of 2.7.
Some of the most common injuries health care workers encounter include:
- Back injuries: Health care workers frequently lift and move patients, which can lead to back issues like herniated discs
- Hand and wrist injuries: The fast-paced nature of health care tasks can lead to injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, or accidents such as getting hands caught in equipment
- Injuries from patients: In some cases, patients can be aggressive, leading to bruises or cuts for the staff
- Falls: Wet floors or obstacles can cause slips and falls, resulting in sprains, fractures or even head injuries
- Equipment-related injuries: Sharp instruments or faulty equipment can cause injuries, so regular maintenance and safety checks are crucial
Our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys will make sure you get the treatment you need so that we can determine the extent of your injuries. Then, we will make sure you receive the full benefits to which you are entitled under the law. While the insurance companies will go to great lengths to avoid paying out, we will build a strong case and hold them to their obligation. We likewise stand up to hospital administrators who downplay work restrictions or coerce nurses into returning to duty prematurely.
We Are Ready To Help Medical Personnel In New Jersey
Call us toll-free today at 888-339-7675 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers. We have offices in Lawnside and Hammonton and represent clients throughout New Jersey, including Camden County and Atlantic County.