New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for Back Injury

Seasoned Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Work to Get Fair Benefits for Back Injury Victims Across New Jersey

A back injury can take you out of commission for days or weeks—if you’re lucky.  Serious back injuries can leave you facing months, if not years, of painful recovery.  Invasive surgeries and extensive physical therapy can put you out of work indefinitely.  If you have back pain or injuries after an accident at work, our team is here to make sure you get the compensation you need.

At Team Law, we have over 60 years’ practical experience helping clients navigate the Workers’ Compensation and personal injury system in New Jersey.  Our lawyers are dedicated to making sure our clients get the best legal help available.

Back injuries are some of the most common work injuries reported in New Jersey.  That does not always mean it is easy to get fair Workers’ Compensation benefits if you hurt your back at work. 

If you hurt your back at work, you might be in pain and facing a long recovery.  You should not have to worry about how you’ll pay your bills on top of your injury.  At Team Law, we have the experience needed to handle even the most complex back injury case.  Contact our Workers’ Compensation lawyers to discuss options in your case today.  Your first consultation is always free.

Common Back Injuries

The muscles, nerves and vertebrae in the back are a complex and interconnected system.  Back injuries can impact the entire body.  Many back injury victims also suffer from leg or foot pain or numbness..  Injuries to the spine can be devastating and permanent.  Common back injuries sustained at work include:

• Back strains.  Lower back strains and strains to the back muscles are commonly caused by reaching, lifting, bending and other workplace activities.  A simple twist in the wrong direction can leave you with pain for weeks—and unfortunately, the only available treatment is usually bed rest, medications and physical therapy.
• Disc injuries.  One type of spinal cord injury involves trauma to the discs, which can cause them to rupture or herniate.  Herniated discs create pressure that impacts the nerves, often resulting in extreme pain.
• Spinal cord injuries.  The vertebrae in the spinal cord are divided into sections.  Injuries that take place higher up on the spine have the potential to cause the most lasting and serious damage. 
• Paralysis.  Spinal cord injuries can result in partial or total paralysis.  Penetrating spinal cord injuries and even severe bruising can sever or crush portions of the spinal cord, potentially causing permanent disability.

The nature of an injured worker’s back injury usually depends upon the type of accident involved.  Workplace back injuries are commonly caused by:

• A fall from scaffolding or a ladder
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Construction vehicle accidents
• Crush injuries in a factory or on a construction site
• Repetitive motions required to complete various job duties
• Sitting in the same position for long periods of time
• Lifting or moving heavy objects

Workers who sustain back injuries through repetitive motions or lifting may also be entitled to Workers’ Compensation.  Repetitive stress injuries to the back can be caused by overuse of the same muscles, extreme cold temperatures or even the vibrations caused by equipment. These types of injuries are commonly denied by employers and their insurance carriers as being related to the employment.

Our Knowledgeable Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Fight for Full and Fair compensation

Recovering from a back injury can be difficult.  Many back injuries require invasive surgery.  Some surgeries require fusing the spinal column using hardware or a bone graft.  These types of surgeries can leave you unable to work in any capacity for months, if not longer.  In extreme cases, accident victims may never be able to return to their previous job, or sometimes at all. Even if this is the case, Workers’ Compensation claims are challenged all the time.

Common challenges to getting fair compensation for work-related back injuries include:

• Your employer claims that the back injury was not caused by something at work (in other words, it was pre-existing)
• The doctor orders you to return to work before he has exhausted all possible medical treatments available, thereby jeopardizing your Workers’ Compensation benefits
• The doctor does not have any real treatment option for your back pain, so your employer challenges your right to ongoing benefits
• The insurance company or employer disputes the doctor’s opinion about the extent of your injuries or the need for proper treatment

If your employer or the insurance company disputes your claim, speak with an experienced Workers’ Compensation lawyer as soon as possible.  We have the experience needed to handle your dispute effectively so that you can get fair benefits as quickly as possible.

Call Today to Schedule a Free Case Review with Our Trusted Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

When you’re hurt on the job, you expect Workers’ Compensation to kick in and provide the medical and financial help you need.  Unfortunately, Workers’ Compensation claims are denied all the time despite the fact that back injuries are both common and can be serious.

If you hurt your back at work and have questions about your right to Workers’ Compensation, our lawyers at Team Law have answers.  Call us today for help filing your claim or handling a dispute.  We always review your case for free, without any obligation on your part, so you have nothing to lose by getting our opinion.

Frequently Asked Questions About Workers’ Compensation in Back Injury Cases