Specific Trauma And Repetitive Trauma Injuries

There are two types of work-related injuries:

Injuries that result from specific trauma, such as a fall or accident

Injuries that occur from repetitive trauma over time, such as lifting heavy objects

While specific trauma injuries can be tied to an event, repetitive stress injuries may be hard to prove. In many cases, employers and workers’ compensation insurance carriers deny the injury is work-related. As your lawyers, we will make sure your doctor has a clear understanding of the work activities that led to your injury.

Even if you had a pre-existing injury, you are still entitled to benefits if your condition was aggravated by your work activities. Our workers’ compensation law firm has a track record of helping injured workers receive the benefits they deserve. There is never a fee unless we are successful.

Learn more about your rights:

Repetitive Trauma: A Lesser Known Work Injury

The Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act FAQs