Previous Injuries
Over the course of a lifetime, individuals may accumulate injuries through slips, falls, minor accidents, sports-related incidents, and the like. Some injuries may be present for the rest of a person’s life, or may be re-aggravated by future actions. Employees who re-injure themselves through actions at work may be concerned about their eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits.
Typically, if an employee suffers injury due to the requirements of their job, they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits from their employer. Aggravation of a preexisting injury may cause additional questions and investigation through the claims process, but is not always an immediate cause for dismissal of the claim. If you would like more information about workers’ compensation or assistance with your claim, contact a Pennsylvania workers compensation lawyer of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., P.C at 610-667-7511.
Workers’ Comp and Prior Injuries
Although most compensation claims are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, some conditions that may predispose an individual to injury include:
- Arthritis
- Congenital back injuries
- Previously sustained knee injuries
- Neck strain
- Joint issues
Conditions that may predispose an individual to injury are often considered separate from preexisting health issues like heart-attacks, high blood pressure, and other factors that put individuals at risk of injury or death. It is important to note that most workers’ compensation claims depend on individual factors and the specifics of the case. Consulting an experienced workers’ compensation attorney can often help answer important questions you may have regarding eligibility.
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If you would like to know more about work-related injuries or are in need of assistance with your claim, contact the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., P.C at 610-667-7511 today.