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    Palm Beach County Work Injury Lawyer

    Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt

    Palm Beach County Work Injury Lawyer

    Palm Beach County Work Injury Lawyer

       

    Those who work in construction, law enforcement, firefighting, commercial fishing, and other inherently dangerous industries generally understand the risks that their jobs entail. In fact, these risks are relatively obvious to everyone. By contrast, a seemingly boring office job is much safer and far less hazardous. But a safer environment is not a risk-free environment. 

    There are numerous dangers associated with office work that most of us fail to appreciate – until we suffer a workplace injury. Most Floridians are aware that workers’ compensation benefits are available when someone working in a hazardous industry is injured while on the job. However, many are unaware that these same benefits are available to office workers who sustain acute or chronic injuries while working in an office or other “low risk” job. Below, you’ll find information concerning some of the most common hazards that you are likely to face if you work at an office or desk job. If any of these scenarios are affecting you, please schedule a consultation today with a Palm Beach County work injury lawyer at Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt. Our team can help you to evaluate your legal options and to secure you any benefits you’re entitled to. Even if you’re unsure whether your injury makes you eligible to file a claim, our Palm Beach County work injury lawyer can help you sort out your options so that you can make an informed decision about what to do next. 

    Repetitive Stress Injuries

    Working at a desk these days generally means working at a computer – all day, every day. While this is not physically tiresome or demanding work, it does put extra stress on certain parts of the body, especially hands and wrists. After years of typing away at a computer keyboard, it is somewhat common for desk workers to develop carpal tunnel syndrome or similar repetitive stress injuries.

    Staring at a computer screen all day can also cause significant eye strain, leading to vision loss over time. This is particularly true if the rest of the office environment is poorly lit, making the computer screen even brighter by contrast.

    Slips, Trips and Falls

    A clean, well-organized office is a safe office. Unfortunately, many office environments don’t meet that description. In the world of cubicles and open floor plans, it is common for workers to run extension cords across heavily trafficked walking spaces. Many workers also opt to use rolling chairs as stepladders whenever they need to reach something high up. Predictably, the chairs roll away and the workers fall.

    Finally, the choice of flooring can make a big difference. Area rugs or tile can make an office feel less boring, but they also pose slipping and tripping hazards. In most cases, a short-nap carpet is the safest flooring choice.

    Breathing Environmental Toxins

    Office environments these days are typically enclosed spaces with windows that don’t open to let fresh air in. And in an effort to reduce heating and cooling costs, offices tend to be very well insulated, making it less likely that air will circulate in and out of the building.

    What this means practically is that any office product that produces a hazardous odor is more likely to hang around in the air. As a result, you are stuck inhaling the fumes from permanent markers, white out, printer toner and other chemicals. This is not a big deal in the short-term. But as with repetitive stress injuries, problems can accumulate over time.

    Injured in the Office? Call Us to Discuss your Options.

    These are just some of the numerous hazards that workers face in an office environment. While you are far less likely to suffer life-threatening or acute injuries, you can nonetheless suffer health problems and accidents at work. If and when that time comes, it is a good idea to contact an experienced Palm Beach County work injury lawyer to discuss your options for seeking benefits. Our Palm Beach County work injury lawyer team works with individuals who have been hurt on the job under a variety of circumstances – both ordinary and unusual. We look forward to learning more about your situation and about how we can be of assistance to you. 

    Contact us today for a free consultation so we can discuss your situtaion.  It is not only important to talk to an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer when you have been hurt on the job, it is also the best way to make sure that you receive proper medical services and lost wages you are entitled to under the law. After all, the Workers’ Compensation law was created to protect you – the employee.

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    Florida’s Most Trusted Workers’ Comp Attorneys

    Devin Major
    Devin Major
    August 9, 2022.
    Best team I had ever working for me I really hope anybody who needs legal advise call them
    Gregory Diggs
    Gregory Diggs
    August 4, 2022.
    I recommend this law firm to anyone with a worker's compensation case. The staff does a great job and they treat you like family. Judd Koenig was my attorney and went the extra mile and then some more securing my a nice settlement of my case.
    Cynthia Murray
    Cynthia Murray
    August 3, 2022.
    Great Attorney thank you Eric Lakind and staff Attentive, friendly, answered ever questions got results when I could not do it myself Cynthia
    Naisha Dorvilus
    Naisha Dorvilus
    August 2, 2022.
    Lisa was my lawyer she asked me questions and was very helpful. She and her team communicated with me about my cause and I'm super happy with her service.i will definitely recommend her and her company
    Jaime Ieli
    Jaime Ieli
    July 29, 2022.
    My husband was hurt and never dealt with an attorney before. He looked up attorneys online & thru the grace of God got Lissa Dorsey as his attorney & she was truly amazing! She was very involved, always returned our phone calls & made the whole process as easy for us as she possibly could while my husband treated with Dr's and started his healing process. I would recommend her to any & everyone without a doubt.
    Evelin Hernandez
    Evelin Hernandez
    July 21, 2022.
    Best law firm in Palm Beach County, Lisa and Kim were the best. I recommend this law firm to everyone.
    Tammy Dault
    Tammy Dault
    July 20, 2022.
    Wasn't sure how it would work with me being in one town and lawyer in another but it all worked out in the end thank you for all your hard work.
    Brandon moore
    Brandon moore
    July 19, 2022.
    Great understanding lawyers! They were great in getting me a fair settlement and quick to respond to any questions I had. Thanks Kim and Lisa!
    john heller
    john heller
    July 12, 2022.
    They were always responsive to my calls did an excellent job of getting everything I needed. When it came time To settle my case Andy and J did an excellent job I’m very happy with the outcome and very happy with this law firm I would highly recommend them!!!!

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