Studies find that the majority of back injuries are relatively minor. According to researchers at the University of Minnesota, someone suffering a workplace back injury will miss six days of work, on average. However, a significant minority of those who suffer back injuries have more serious conditions; 20 percent of injured workers are off work a month or longer. The University of Minnesota survey concludes that a quarter of all Workers’ Compensation claims involve back injuries “with an economic cost of billions of dollars to industry, without consideration of the pain, suffering and impact upon quality of life.”
Back injuries, in particular, are often troublesome issues for workers’ compensation claims. X-rays may not show the physical damage and it can be hard to prove that the injury happened on the job. If you suffer a back injury at work, inform your supervisor as soon as possible and get medical attention promptly. Be prepared for your claim to be challenged by making sure you keep an accurate record of your symptoms.
If you have had a back injury, and your workers’ compensation claim has been delayed or denied, we can help. If your benefits have been terminated without any good reason, we can help. Contact a Pennsylvania workers’ comp attorney or call us toll-free at 1-800-COMPNEWS (1-800-266-7639) and let us review your case.
