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Can I Get Work Comp Benefits for a Repetitive Stress Injury?

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In some cases, a work injury is easy to spot. You fell, were hit by something, or were hurt by a malfunctioning machine. In these cases, proving you were injured and getting South Carolina work comp benefits isn’t too tough. 

Unfortunately, it’s not so easy to get South Carolina work comp benefits for a repetitive stress injury. Your employer may not be so willing to pay for your injuries, and you might even struggle to get workers comp benefits for your losses. 

If you’re struggling to get your benefits, reach out for a workers comp lawyer. We can help you get the benefits you need for your injuries

Acting within Workers Comp Time Limits

One of the first difficulties you might have with your workers comp injuries are the time limits. Typically, in South Carolina, you must notify your employer of the injury within ninety days of the accident. 

However, there may not have been a specific injury date in your case, since repetitive motion injuries happen over time. These injuries often come from repeating the same motion until the muscle, tendons or ligaments are damaged. 

Cooks often suffer these, since they spend much of their time chopping food, as well as those who repeatedly lift, push, or move things for their job. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common example.

These injuries mean that you’ll need to act as soon as you could reasonably have known about the injury, and you’ll still have ninety days. Because of this, you’ll need to act now if you suspect you may have suffered your injury because of work. 

Proving Your Work-Related Repetitive Stress Injury

Another issue that could keep you from the workers comp benefits you need is the trouble you might have proving that your injuries were work-related. Many of us do things that could also count as a repetitive motion injury, like lifting our children, typing messages, or even heavy exercises. 

Because of this, your employer may deny your claim on the grounds that they don’t know if your injuries happened because of your job. 

If you’re denied your workers comp benefits for a stress injury, a South Carolina workers comp lawyer can help you dispute the decision. Further testing from your doctor can prove that your injuries were caused by your job, so reach out for help if you’re struggling to prove your injury happened at work

Defend Your Compensation with a South Carolina Work Comp Lawyer

Dealing with a repetitive stress injury can be tough. These injuries can be complicated when it comes to treatment, and worse, treatment can be expensive. When you’re already dealing with your injuries, it can be tough to deal with a denial for your workers comp benefits, too. 

If you’re struggling to get South Carolina work comp benefits for a repetitive stress injury, you may need help from the lawyers at HawkLaw, PA. We understand that it can be tough to recover from these losses, especially if your employer isn’t on your side. 

Reach out for a free consultation* if you’re struggling with your claim by calling 1-888-HAWK-LAW (429-5529) or by completing the online form below. 

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