Common Occupational Diseases
Occupational diseases are medical complications that an individual experiences due to their job environment or tasks. Unfortunately, certain industries carry a much higher risk of their employees contracting an occupational disease as a result of their working conditions. Many of these illnesses can be disabling and affect an individual’s productivity at work, sometimes even requiring them to miss extended time from work.
If you or someone you know has contracted an occupational disease, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. To determine if you qualify, contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 for a confidential consultation.
Common Work-Related Medical Conditions
It is an unfortunate fact that many employees acquire an occupational disease by being exposed to certain irritants and pathogens within their work environment. Common occupational disorders include:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Occupational hearing loss
- Chronic encephalopathy
- Infections such as HIV or hepatitis
- Lung cancer
- Lead poisoning
- Mercury poisoning
Additionally, if you are forced to perform the same task over and over again, you can develop repetitive stress conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or cervical strain. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits exist to assist individuals who suffer an injury on the job.
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If you or someone you care about needs to file for workers’ compensation benefits, it is critical to contact a Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyer immediately because there is limited time to file for your claim. For more information, you can contact the Pennsylvania workers’ comp attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511. We are committed to helping you earn the compensation you deserve and getting you the best results.