Orthopedic Injuries are the most common type of injuries associated with a Work Comp claim. These include various types of injuries to the human body such as joint or bone injuries to the wrist, hand, knee, ankle or shoulder. Injury to the neck, back or spinal also fall under this classification, but these are more serious injuries that can cause long-term disability and can affect other body parts. Carpal tunnel and plantar fasciitis are also examples of orthopedic injuries.

Psychological injuries are the most overlooked work-related injury. Even though there could be many causes to these injuries, they are often a compensable consequence of an orthopedic injury. However, there are occasions when an employer or type of employment brings about stress, anxiety, or even depression to a debilitating level. Emotional, discriminatory and stress-related matters are often considered part of a psychological injury as well.  

Internal injuries can include any injury which has affected the inside of your body excluding bone injuries. These can include hypertension, organ damage, cancer, and many other cascading injuries such as high blood pressure, GERD, digestive and bowels, stress, depression and even anxiety.  These types of injuries can be caused by a variety of situations such as chemical exposures, not having/wearing the right Personal Protective Equipment and even consumption.

Catastrophic injuries are considered to be the most serious, with long-term effects on the injured worker’s life. These injuries leave the worker suffering from permanent disability/disabilities for the rest of their life. Unfortunately, with some of these work-related injuries, it even results in the employee’s death. Because of the nature and long-term effects on the worker and the family, it is recommended to contact an attorney as soon as possible.