Common Workplace Injuries
SSD Lawyers throughout California, Nevada and the West for Victims of Workplace Injuries
David Allen & Associates is a team of attorneys and legal professionals with decades of experience helping workers and their families fight for compensation following a workplace injury. With offices in Sacramento, Oakland, Stockton and Las Vegas, we regularly handle cases throughout the western United States. Here you will find information about our services and common workplace injuries that may entitle you to obtain Social Security Disability (SSD) and other benefits.
Common Workplace Injuries That Can Lead to Total Disability
According to the
Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly three million people suffer non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses every year. This statistic covers individuals from all walks of life, with workers in agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting; construction; manufacturing; transportation and warehousing; health care; arts, entertainment and recreation; and, state and local government reporting the highest rates of injury.
The following are all examples of common workplace injuries which, depending on their severity, may entitle you to obtain SSD benefits:
- Repetitive stress injuries (typing, bending and lifting, loading, assembly line)
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Dislocations, separations, and broken bones (hip, shoulder, finger, collar bone)
- Sprains, strains, and tears (ankle, wrist, elbow)
- Tendonitis
- Stress fractures and other overuse injuries
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Mold and toxic chemical exposure
Our attorneys throughout California, Nevada and the West regularly represent workplace injury victims who have suffered these and other types of injuries. We handle all types of cases, and it is not unusual for us to receive calls from individuals who are seeking compensation for workplace injuries arising from:
- Motor vehicle accidents on work premises, local streets, and highways
- Falling objects, ranging from tools on construction sites to shelving in an office building
- Collisions and impacts involving stationary objects
- Falling from heights
- Slips and trips
- Getting caught in heavy machinery
- Violent conduct
Seeking Financial Compensation for Your Workplace Injuries
In addition to SSD benefits, you may also be entitled to seek worker’s compensation and/or file a lawsuit against your employer for your injuries. There are plenty of things employers can (and should) do to protect their employees from dangerous conditions and avoidable workplace accidents. If they fail to meet their obligations, they need to be held responsible for their actions. The lawyers at David Allen & Associates can assess your case and help you obtain maximum compensation for your medical expenses, missed income, and other losses.
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Don’t let a workplace accident dictate how you live your life. Let David Allen & Associates fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us now at
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