Illinois Work Injury Attorneys
Did you suffer a work-related injury in the office?
Most employers are responsible for providing workers' compensation insurance to assist the injured worker. Whether you were injured in an office environment or in unsafe conditions on a construction site, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Our lawyers at RIFFNER • BARBER, LLC are experienced in helping clients obtain workers' compensation benefits following an office injury. Contact us for skilled guidance in Schaumburg or surrounding suburban communities.
Know Your Rights
Employees do not need to prove that employer negligence occurred in order to recover workers' compensation benefits in Illinois. As long as your injury is directly related to your employment or job duties, you are entitled to workers' compensation benefits. This includes benefits for lost wages, medical expenses and disability benefits. When possible, our attorneys evaluate and pursue additional liability claims to hold responsible third parties accountable for your injuries (for example, a negligent property owner may be held liable for slip and fall injuries).
Common Office Injuries
A number of conditions can contribute to work-related injuries in the office. We are experienced representing clients who have suffered all levels of work injuries in the office, including:
- Head injury: A trip on torn carpet or fall down the stairs can cause a closed head injury or concussion.
- Back injury: People frequently suffer back injuries as a result of continued strain on the low back when lifting or remaining in the same position at a desk.
- Knee injury: Exposed computer wires can contribute to unsafe work conditions. Many clients have suffered from twisted knees and other injures as a result of tripping over wires or other equipment in the office.
- Repetitive stress injury: Continuous strain from typing or other job activity can cause a repetitive strain injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
When an office injury renders you incapable of performing routine job duties, it is often necessary to take time away from work to recover from the injury. This loss of income, combined with added medical expenses, can create significant financial strain. If you have been injured at work, you have a right to workers' compensation benefits. Our lawyers can help you navigate the complicated process for recovering the benefits you need.
Contact our Schaumburg law office to speak with a skilled office injury attorney at our firm.
