New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for Elbow Injury

NJ Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Fight to Get Full and Fair compensation for Workplace Elbow Injury Victims

Elbow injuries can limit your ability to move your entire arm.  Because the elbow controls rotation in the arm and connects the upper and lower arm bones, even simple movement with an elbow injury can cause extreme pain.  If you hurt your elbow at work in New Jersey, the law gives you the right to receive Workers’ Compensation for medical expenses and wage replacement while you recover.

At Team Law, we have over 60 years of experience providing unparalleled legal support to workers injured on the job.  We are dedicated to building strong and innovative strategies designed to meet your individual injury and needs.  Above all, our Workers’ Compensation lawyers are dedicated to recovering the full and fair compensation you deserve.

Like any other injury claim, an insurance company is responsible for paying your Workers’ Compensation.  That insurance company is motivated to reduce their own financial responsibility—often by delaying or denying your Workers’ Compensation benefit.  

If you suffered an elbow injury caused by an accident at work, get in touch with us today.  We review your case for free so that we can discuss options for getting you fair compensation without financial risk to you.  You can either call our office or use our online contact form to schedule your free case review.

Common Types of Elbow Injuries

Common types of elbow injuries include:

• Elbow bursitis.  A small sac called the bursa surrounds the elbow joint and is designed to provide cushioning between the tendons and bones.  When the “bursa” can become inflamed, elbow bursitis can result.  Bursitis cause pain and swelling above and around the elbow joint.  When the arm is extended, thus flexing the elbow region, the pain becomes even more substantial.

• Elbow tendonitis.  Tendonitis occurs when the tendons that connect the muscles and bones at the joint become inflamed.  Tendonitis can be caused by a traumatic or sometimes a repetitive motion, causing pain in the medial elbow region that is magnified when the wrist is extended or flexed.

• Elbow fractures.  Although the elbow is a sturdy joint, elbow fractures can be caused by car accidents, slip and fall accidents and other types of workplace accidents.  Surgery is often required to correct the fracture and permanent plates or screws may be required.  Even without surgery, the entire arm will likely be immobilized during recovery.

• Elbow tendon or ligament tears.  Accidents can also cause the tendons and ligaments that surround the elbow joint, connecting muscles and bones, are torn.  In some cases, surgery may be required to repair the tear.

• Dislocated elbow.  Like other joints, the elbow connects the two primary regions of the arm and allows for rotation in the arm.  When the joint becomes dislocated, extreme pain can result.  Dislocation can also damage the blood vessels and the nerves, severely limiting your ability to move the elbow and arm during recovery.

• Cubital tunnel syndrome.  Cubital tunnel syndrome in the elbow can be caused by traumatic accidents, lifting heavy objects at work, or even repetitive motions on the job.  CTS can cause pain that extends from the elbow to the hand, as well as numbness and tingling in the hand and arm.

Elbow injuries on the job can be caused by:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Car accidents
• Repetitive motions
• Falls from heights
• Heavy lifting
• Accidents involving construction equipment
• Accidents involving workplace machinery

When to Seek Medical Attention for an Elbow Injury

With any elbow injury, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as you notice the symptoms.  You should also notify your supervisor immediately, and in writing if possible.  When you are hurt in an accident, you might not immediately realize that your elbow injury can impact your ability to work.  Similarly, the signs of elbow injuries caused by repetitive motions at work can be subtle at first.

You should seek medical attention if you experience any of the following symptoms:

• Pain, numbness or tingling in the elbow, hand, fingers or arm
• Tenderness over the elbow joint
• Redness or a warm sensation over the elbow
• Pain when you extend the arm

Waiting to see a doctor can both hinder your ability to recover fully from the elbow injury and make claiming Workers’ Compensation more complicated.  Some elbow injuries are caused by repetitive motions over time.  That gives your employer an opportunity to claim that your injury was really caused by something outside the workplace.

Our lawyers at Team Law are here to answer questions every step of the way.  We can help you with your initial Workers’ Compensation claim and with any challenges you might face during the recovery process.  Call us today for a free case review.

Our Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Represent Elbow Injury Victims Across New Jersey

At Team Law, our experienced Workers’ Compensation lawyers serve clients injured on the job across New Jersey.  We handle elbow injury cases arising from work in a wide range of occupations, including:

• Construction workers
• Auto mechanics
• Machine operators
• Grocery store workers
• Restaurant workers
• Home health aides
• Janitors
• Teachers
• State employees
• NJ Transit workers
• Truck drivers
• Security guards
• And more

Call a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Lawyer with a Proven Track Record of Success Today

Elbow injuries can have serious, long-term consequences.  When you are hurt at work, you have the right to be compensated while you recover fully from those injuries.  Our lawyers have a proven track record of successfully recovering full Workers’ Compensation benefits for our clients.  To see how we can make a difference in your case, contact us for a free case review today.

Frequently Asked Questions About Workers’ Compensation for Elbow Injury