Seeking Long-term Workers' Compensation Benefits
People who suffer an injury requiring amputation will likely experience physical, emotional and occupational problems. An amputation has lifelong effects for the injury victim and his or her family. Depending on the severity of the amputation, it may be impossible to return to work or engage in day-to-day activities. Victims may also be faced with a lifetime of pain and require long-term medical care.
If you were injured on a construction site and required an amputation, workers' compensation will help you pay medical bills and recover a percentage of your lost wages. However, obtaining workers' compensation is not an easy task. Many injured workers find it helpful to work with an experienced lawyer, especially with the recent New York workers' compensation law changes. For a free consultation with a New York City amputation injury attorney, please call 212-964-9292 or contact us online.
Construction Site Accidents
The use of power tools and other machines on construction sites is a frequent cause of injury. Some of the tools and machines that can cause amputation injuries include welding and cutting torches, drills, chippers, jackhammers, sanders, grinders and table saws, and pile drivers. In addition, forklifts, work vehicles and heavy equipment often cause amputations.
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), amputations are one of the most devastating workplace injuries, often resulting in permanent disability. The effects of a partial or complete amputation may also include:
- Psychological trauma
- Loss of mobility
- Phantom pain
- Wound pain
The amputation surgery is only the first step on the long journey of medical treatment. A worker who loses a limb will also need long-term medical care that may include pain management, rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, and psychological counseling.
The cost of prostheses and the medical care necessary after an amputation are significant. In addition, you will need help to cover the cost of making your home and vehicles accessible and safe. We will help you fight for adequate workers' compensation benefits to meet these expenses. Please call our office at 212-964-9292 to schedule an appointment with a Brooklyn loss-of-limb attorney today.
