Can I sue my employer if I have carpal tunnel syndrome in both of my hands? 36 Answers as of February 05, 2011

With very few exceptions, injuries that occur at work are covered by worker's compensation laws. So you would need to file a worker's compensation claim. The worker's compensation claim would cover the cost of the surgery if the injury is related to work. In this case, it is likely the injury is related.

If the carpal tunnel is job related you will probably come under worker's compensation. You can use the internet or phone directory to find a worker's compensation attorney who will fully discuss this matter with you.

Under CT law you may file a worker's compensation claim against your employer for lost wages, medical bills, permanent disability, etc. You should contact an attorney for further guidance.

In Missouri, if the carpal tunnel is a result of your employment, it will be a workers' compensation case. Your employer would be responsible for medical bills, 2/3 of your lost wages, and must compensate you for any lasting disability. I would be happy to discuss your case with you and give you a free consultation and case valuation.

You can make a workers' compensation claim, assuming that your injury was caused by your employment. (It's different that a lawsuit where you allege negligence, so you're not technically going to "sue" your employer.) In New Jersey, if you sustained an injury because of your employment, you are entitled to three benefits.


* When the condition first presented itself

* When you first saw a doctor, and when a doctor first informed you that the condition is related to your work

* When you first notified your employer about the work-related injury/condition

* The details of all medical treatment to date

* What your original symptoms were, and how they have changed with treatment

* How much time you've lost from work, if any

* What treatment options have the doctors given you.

Hope you get better with treatment, and good luck in your claim.

You cannot sue the employer directly unless they do not carry workers compensation coverage. If they do, then you need to open a claim, if you have not done so already. If a claim is open, then I would highly recommend meeting with a work comp attorney about handling your claim. If you have further questions, please let me know.

Sounds like a possible workers compensation issue. You should contact a work comp lawyer.

If the injury is truly caused from working then you would have a workers compensation claim.

In Virginia, such claims come under the category of worker's compensation and may or may not be compensable. You should consult an experienced attorney in that field.

Hire a lawyer and ask him or her about workmen's comp. Every state is different.

In Utah, if you are injured on the job, your only recourse is through workers compensation. In other words, you cannot sue your employer but must file a workers compensation claim. You will need to prove that the injury was caused by the work you do on the job.

It is difficult to say from your facts that your carpal tunnel syndrome is work related. Usually you must show some type of repetitive motion with your hands and wrists to support a worker's comp claim for that injury. Speed and hours worked, without more, is not enough. Did your Doctor relate the injury to your job? His opinion is important because you can have carpal tunnel that is not job related.

You should report this to your employer and file a worker's compensation claim. In Oregon, if you have worker's compensation, you are required to file a claim and go through this process. A good worker's compensation attorney should be able to assist you.

Assuming you didn't have the condition prior to working at your place of employment, you have a workers compensation claim. Most likely, your employer has workers compensation insurance coverage which should cover your medical bills, surgical costs, lost wages, and provide additional benefits for your injury (past and future). You should contact a qualified injury attorney to help you make the workers compensation claim.

You have a workers comp case. You need to report it to your employer and hire an attorney.

You can file a workers compensation claim with your employer. If you want a consultation, feel free to contact me, and I can possibly refer you to a specialist.

A worker who has sustained an injury, commonly referred to as a repetitive trauma injury, is entitled to benefits under the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act. Repetitive trauma injuries are not necessarily due to a specific incident. These injuries generally occur over time. Unfortunately, when a worker is injured through repetitive trauma, the worker might not associate the injury as being work-related.

Yes, you may pursue a worker's compensation claim against your employer for your injury. It is easier to discuss your options in person versus attempting to do so in a question and answer format.

You need to consult with a workers' compensation attorney in your area ASAP. Contact me if you need a referral in the Southern California region.

It depends on the cause of the syndrome. You may have a worker's compensation claim though. You should speak to an attorney about the cause and damages. Most personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation.

Worker's compensation may be a good thing to look into. You may also want to look at social security disability.

Sure, you can sue. Call our office, and we can discuss further.

You may have a case, based upon the information that you have supplied. We would be happy to provide you with a free consultation if you call my office at either of the numbers listed below. My office has handled many carpal tunnel cases. If my office accepts your case, there is no fee charged unless we are able to obtain a settlement for you.

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