Illinois Workers' Compensation Attorney
Not all workplace injuries result from a single incident. Some, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome, occur over a period of time, resulting from repetitive motion.
My name is Brian T. Morrow. With 32 years of legal experience guiding me, I help those suffering from overuse injuries obtain the workers' compensation benefits they deserve.
Repetitive Stress Injuries Are Common
Repetitive stress and overuse injuries can be caused by any motions performed frequently in the workplace, such as keyboarding, forceful gripping or squatting. These injuries can affect any part of the body, though they typically involve the hands, back, elbows and legs. Common injuries resulting from repetitive motion include:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- De Quervain's disease
- Ganglion cysts
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Nerve compression
- Epicondylitis
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Tendonitis
If you believe you are suffering from a repetitive stress injury, visit a doctor who can diagnose your condition through a test such as an MRI or EMG. Your physician will most likely recommend conservative treatment, such as a splint or rest. If that is not successful, you may need to consider job modification or surgery. It is important that you do not see the doctor your employer suggests, as that individual may not give you an unbiased opinion.
Some people worry that hiring a workers' compensation attorney will irritate their employers. However, an employer cannot retaliate against a worker for hiring legal counsel. Further, a lawyer can be invaluable in helping ensure you understand your rights and obtain the benefits you need and deserve.
Experienced Repetitive/Overuse Stress Injury Lawyer
To schedule a free initial consultation regarding your repetitive stress injury, contact me online or call my office locally at 815-768-2871 or toll free at 888-340-5240. Visit my main office in Joliet, Illinois, or my satellite offices in DuPage, Cook and Kane Counties. If you are unable to come to my offices, I will meet with you at a convenient location.
I work on a contingency fee basis. That means you owe me no attorney fees until you recover benefits.
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