Repetitive stress injuries can happen to any worker with any job. Even white-collar workers with desk jobs can sustain this type of injury. A repetitive stress injury is a type of bodily harm that comes about when someone is making repetitive bodily movements, like bending and lifting or even typing on a computer. These injuries do not happen abruptly – they come on slowly, over time. You might first notice that a body part is sore, but you can still use it. Then, problems like pain, stiffness, or reduced movement build up, and it gets to a point where you cannot just ignore the injury and keep working. If this has happened to you, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation so that you can get the medical treatment and time off you need. A dedicated Will County, IL workers’ compensation attorney can help you pursue all the compensation you deserve.
