Back injuries can be extremely painful and very often have the potential to become a chronic problem. According to a recent estimate from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 1 million back injuries in the workplace\u00a0account for almost\u00a020% of all injuries and<\/a> illnesses\u00a0occurring in a workplace environment.<\/p> Only the common cold accounts for more lost time at work than a painful back injury or condition.<\/p>\n Symptoms from back injuries manifest for some as mild discomfort, while others face debilitating pain and consequences, like an injury to one\u2019s spinal cord (and or even paralysis) that creates a situation where the victim is unable to continue or return to work. Medical and regular household bills continue to mount at a time when you are not earning an income, and your life and that of your family may never be the same.<\/p>\n If you have a serious, debilitating back injury, simply sitting at a desk can be excruciating. Every movement you make carries the potential to cause great pain or even worsen your condition. This makes recovery very difficult. It also greatly reduces your ability to work, which can limit all your activities and lead to a major loss of income.<\/p>\n We provide a free, no-obligation consultation to examine the facts surrounding the accident and to advise you on the available legal solutions we can help with. Call us today at (713) 973-8888 or toll-free 1 (800) 444-5000.<\/p>\n If you have suffered a back injury at work in Houston, Texas, you may be entitled to compensation through\u00a0workers\u2019 compensation<\/a>, a\u00a0personal injury<\/a>\u00a0lawsuit, or both depending on the facts of the case and the circumstances of the event.<\/p>\n However, because Texas laws regarding workers\u2019 compensation and personal injury can only be described as complicated, you will likely need to learn\u00a0how to prove a back injury at work. This is especially essential since an employer or their insurer usually has seasoned lawyers working to minimize benefits by getting you to accept less than you deserve \u2014 if they can\u2019t find a way to deny the claim entirely.<\/p>\n Whether or not workers\u2019 comp is involved, if you have a work-related back injury that keeps you from being gainfully employed, it is helpful to seek legal guidance to ensure you traverse this legal path correctly and with confidence.<\/p>\n The experienced team of back injury lawyers at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law have the legal expertise to help you make well-educated decisions at a time when level-headed, clear thinking is essential to avoid costly mistakes and optimize the compensation to which you are entitled.<\/p>\n Even if you are covered under workers\u2019 comp, we can ensure that everything is filed correctly and that you receive the benefits you deserve. And if necessary, we can appeal your case if the insurance company or government agency denies your claim. If your employer does not provide workers\u2019 comp, we will pursue maximum compensation for you in a personal injury lawsuit.<\/p>\n We provide a free, no-obligation consultation to examine the facts surrounding the accident and to advise you on the available legal solutions we can help with. Call us today at (713) 973-8888 or toll-free 1 (800) 444-5000.<\/p>\n Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law is your best choice for all of these reasons and more:<\/p>\n In addition, Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law offers:<\/p>\n Call us today at (713) 973-8888 or toll-free 1 (800) 444-5000.<\/p>\n If you receive a back injury or a repetitive motion injury\u00a0on the job and this incident caused you to be unable to work, the compensation that may be available to you depends on a variety of factors. To determine these factors, we will:<\/p>\n While back injuries take on many forms, the most common include:<\/p>\n The human back is a complex wonder. It is comprised of various bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons that combine to allow you to move in most directions when needed. Because of the complexity, back injuries vary greatly from one person to another. In some cases, a back injury will be permanent and create a lifelong and challenging impairment.<\/p>\n Back injuries typically take more time to heal when compared to other injuries because almost everything we do on a daily basis includes the use of the back. Even a micromovement will need a muscle, ligament, or tendon that is attached to the back in some way.<\/p>\n One of the most notorious causes of workplace or occupational back injury happens when lifting heavy objects. An employer has a responsibility to train workers to lift properly \u2014 including the provision of equipment and assistance when an object is too heavy. Because many job responsibilities require the task of lifting, it becomes easy to see why a workplace lifting injury is so common. Lifting-related back injuries frequently happen in a wide range of industries, including\u00a0construction<\/a>,\u00a0manufacturing, agriculture, nursing care, and retail jobs.<\/p>\n Workplace back injuries can happen for many reasons, including:<\/p>\n A back injury has the potential to require long periods to fully recover, which means a lot of missed work. If you have been injured, you shouldn\u2019t feel pressured to return to work before you are capable, your pain is managed, and you have been medically cleared. If you are incapacitated and cannot return to work after the injury, then you should receive compensation in lieu of income.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Texas Workers\u2019 Compensation Act<\/a>\u00a0is legislation that protects workers if they become injured on the job. If your employer is an active system participant who puts in a successful claim, you may be eligible to receive these types of benefits:<\/p>\n There are several scenarios in which an event or incident goes beyond the benefits offered by workers\u2019 comp. In these instances, a workplace injury victim has the potential to bring a lawsuit seeking compensation for a work-related back injury.<\/p>\n You may be able to receive compensation if your injuries have been caused by a third party\u2019s reckless or negligent actions, for example:<\/p>\n Employers who opt out of the workman\u2019s comp insurance program are particularly vulnerable to a lawsuit because the defenses typically used in most personal injury lawsuits, such as contributory negligence and co-worker negligence, are simply ineffective.<\/p>\n Independent contracts, from a legal and taxation perspective, are not considered to be an employee and are, therefore, not covered by workers\u2019 comp. The possibility exists that an employer can be found liable for damages in a personal injury lawsuit in these potential scenarios:<\/p>\n At Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law, whether you have a workplace back or\u00a0repetitive motion injury, we will fight to get optimum compensation.<\/p>\n The amount that may be offered as compensation for a workplace back or\u00a0repetitive motion injury\u00a0depends on several factors, including the severity of your back injury, the expected and long-term effects of the back injury sustained at work, and the expense you need today and in the future because of the injury.<\/p>\n In a successful Texas lawsuit, a workplace back or repetitive motion injury\u00a0lawyer will seek these types of damages:<\/p>\n It is an employer\u2019s responsibility to provide a safe workplace for all its employees and workers. This includes keeping work zones hazard-free and ensuring that all workers are adequately trained about safety.<\/p>\n The most effective way to ensure the highest safety standards against injuries in the workplace is\u00a0prevention,\u00a0which, as noted above, means that employers have a responsibility to provide necessary equipment and training so that the risk or likelihood of injury is reduced. If an employer fails to meet the state\u2019s minimum standards and a worker suffers an injury, that worker may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses and lost income.<\/p>\n For workers whose injuries are covered by workers\u2019 compensation, the benefits are generally provided after an injury regardless of whose \u201cfault\u201d might have caused the injury because workers\u2019 compensation is a \u201cno-fault\u201d program. However, it is not uncommon for employers or their insurers to look for ways to make a lowball offer or deny benefits completely.<\/p>\n At Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law, we know the methods that employers and insurers use to mitigate or deny payment to injured workers. Whether your back injury or repetitive stress injury is covered by workers\u2019 comp, file a personal injury lawsuit and our team of legal professionals will fight to get you the payment you deserve.<\/p>\n According to OSHA<\/a>, how many adults experience back pain during their life?<\/strong><\/p>\n Back problems are very common, and OSHA notes that nearly all adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives.<\/p>\n How can I know how much my workplace back injury case is worth?<\/strong><\/p>\n There is a wide range of damage awards possible in a personal injury lawsuit, depending on the circumstances of the case.<\/p>\n If your case is governed by the regulations set forth by\u00a0workers\u2019 compensation<\/a>, know that there are limits defined by law, with specific rules regarding non-economic damages.<\/p>\n Are certain workers more at risk for a workplace back injury?<\/strong><\/p>\n Some workers, by the nature of their jobs, are more at risk for injury than others. These are the industries with the most common workplace injuries:<\/p>\nHouston Workplace Back Injury Lawyer Fights For The Compensation You Deserve<\/h2>\n
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An Experienced Lawyer Can Help Pursue Compensation for Your Back Injuries in the Workplace<\/h2>\n
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Stay Informed \u2014 How Common Back Injuries Happen<\/h2>\n
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Potential Legal Options for Workplace Back or\u00a0Repetitive Motion Injury<\/h2>\n
Damages Covered By Workers\u2019 Compensation<\/h3>\n
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Independent Contractors Who Are Injured<\/h3>\n
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Calculating Compensation from a Workplace Back Injury<\/h2>\n
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Back Injury Attorneys Know When Employers Are Responsible<\/h2>\n
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