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Neck Injury Workers’ Compensation Settlements

Like many other types of injuries that can occur on the job, neck injuries can result in lost wages and require long recovery periods and expensive medical bills. However, with the help of a reliable neck injury workers’ comp attorney, you may be able to recover compensation to help cover those expenses and other damages resulting from your work injury.

Frequently Asked Questions About Work-Related Neck Injuries

Some frequently asked questions we hear from workers who have suffered a neck injury in the workplace include:

  • How much compensation can I get for a neck injury?
  • How much can I claim for a neck injury requiring surgery?
  • How long does it take to receive compensation from a neck injury?
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Common Work-Related Neck Injuries

There are several different types of neck injuries that can occur in the workplace. They can result from accidents such as car accidents, slip and falls, falling objects, and heavy lifting, but they can also develop over time due to repetitive actions that put stress on the muscles and vertebrae.

The various types of neck injuries that can occur in the workplace include:

  • Whiplash – Occurs when the head is suddenly thrust backward then forward, often occurring in car accidents.
  • Neck stingers – Sudden injuries to nerve roots, with temporary tingling, weakness, or numbness that can make it difficult to perform regular job duties.
  • Neck fractures – Falls and sudden trauma can cause a part of the cervical spine to fracture, which can be severe in some cases and may require a neck brace for stabilization.
  • Cervical dislocation – Work-related accident that can result in the dislocation of part of the cervical spine, causing damage and instability that may require surgery or, in serious cases, cause paralysis.
  • Herniated disc – Occurs when an accident pushes the jelly-like substance inside of the cervical spine out, impinging on the nerve root, which may need surgery to correct.
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How Work-Related Neck Injuries Happen

There are many potential causes of neck injuries in the workplace, including sudden injuries resulting from accidents or gradually developed injuries caused by repeated work and subsequent stress. In many instances, faulty equipment or negligence will be the cause of a workplace injury, in which case employees may be able to recover damages by filing a workers’ compensation claim. Injuries can also take place during travels using a company vehicle, putting drivers at risk of injury in truck or car accidents. Even if an injury doesn’t display immediate symptoms following an accident, the injury could develop more painful symptoms and end up debilitating later on.

Whether your injury is immediate or gradual, mild or serious, a dependable workers’ comp attorney may be able to help you seek compensation.

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Treatment for Neck Injuries in the Workplace

While in many cases workers only require periods of rest and relaxation to recover from their injuries, they will oftentimes require additional treatment. These treatments can include medications, injections, or devices such as braces to stabilize the neck and enable proper healing. In more severe cases, surgery will be required along with a potentially long period of rehabilitation and physical therapy.

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Filing a Claim for Work-Related Neck Injuries

Many workers are hesitant to file a workers’ comp claim for a work-related injury out of a lack of knowledge regarding the process, but the right attorney will be able to help guide you through the process every step of the way. You can file a claim with either the state or your employer.

If you want to file a claim with your employer, you will need to submit a written description of the incident to them within 45 days of the injury, unless the injury appeared later following the initial accident. The employer can then choose to accept or reject the claim, but they will also be required to provide you with a written description explaining their decision. If the employer denies the claim, you can also file a claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), which will conduct an investigation into the matter and decision.

If you believe your employer will likely deny the claim, you can also choose to file a claim with the IWCC, which could also help speed up the process. You will need to provide the IWCC with a written description of the incident in the allotted time and what’s required in the description will depend on the specific details of the incident.

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Work with Neck Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyers You Can Trust

If you have been injured on the job, whether sustaining a neck injury or other type of injury, you likely have several concerns, which can include:

  • When you can return to work
  • How you’ll be able to support yourself and your family without the ability to work
  • The amount of compensation you are entitled to and can receive through a workers’ comp claim
  • When you’ll be able to receive payment to cover medical expenses

If you have sustained a neck injury or other type of injury or illness resulting from a workplace incident or environment, you may be able to recover compensation to help cover the treatment needed to make a full recovery. Workers’ comp can cover a variety of payments, including costs for:

  • Surgery
  • Doctors’ appointments
  • Transportation to and from appointments
  • Hospital stays
  • Rehabilitation
  • Medication
  • Medical equipment

At Vasilatos Injury Law, we have provided many different clients with representation for a variety of workers’ comp claims following work-related accidents and injuries, including neck injuries. We understand how a work-related injury can impact your life and will work with you to help you make the return to a normal lifestyle.

Get the Help You Need with a Reliable Neck Injury Workers’ Comp Firm

When you turn to the professionals here at Vasilatos Injury Law, we can help you file a neck injury workers’ compensation claim and provide representation in negotiations and, if necessary, in court. We work hard to make sure every aspect of your case is covered to help recover the compensation you deserve.

Our attorneys will provide you with an honest assessment of how your injury has impacted your life professionally, financially, and clinically, and will work with you to recover the benefits you need. We want to ensure that our clients can recover compensation for lost wages along with the treatments required to recover.

Our team of experienced and qualified neck injury workers’ compensation attorneys in Chicago will give you their full attention, with many years of collective experience needed to provide representation you can trust to get you the best possible results.

Average Settlement for Neck Injury

Compensation for neck injuries can vary from case to case and severity of the injury itself. Here are some success stories from clients we’ve represented.

Neck Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyers You Can Trust

At Vasilatos Injury Law, we understand how a workers’ comp case can impact our clients, which is why we offer a free consultation to help determine if you have a case and how to handle it. At each of our locations in Chicago, Evanston, and Flossmoor, our helpful staff will work with you to ensure your case is handled with unparalleled professionalism and expertise. If you have sustained a work-related injury resulting in a neck injury or other type of injury, contact Vasilatos Injury Law for help reaching a neck injury workers’ comp settlement. Simply call us today toll free at (877) INJ-LAW1 and we’ll help determine if you have a case and provide you with some of the best representation you’ll find in the Chicagoland are.

Neck Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyers You Can Trust

At Vasilatos Injury Law, we understand how a workers’ comp case can impact our clients, which is why we offer a free consultation to help determine if you have a case and how to handle it. At each of our locations in Chicago and Flossmoor, our helpful staff will work with you to ensure your case is handled with unparalleled professionalism and expertise. If you have sustained a work-related injury resulting in a neck injury or other type of injury, contact Vasilatos Injury Law for help reaching a neck injury workers’ comp settlement. Simply call us today toll free at (877) INJ-LAW1 and we’ll help determine if you have a case and provide you with some of the best representation you’ll find in the Chicagoland are.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Working Together To Serve Your Needs

Vasilatos Injury Law is the best injury law firm in the City of Chicago. Attorney Vasilatos handled my worker’s compensation case with professionalism, and worked hard to ensure I received the benefits I was entitled to. Whenever I called, my calls were answered or returned promptly. This was very important to me since other attorney’s never return calls or are never available to talk to you.

I have referred Vasilatos Injury Law to my friends and family who have also experienced excellent results.

SHIRLEY DILLARD

Principal at CPS-McNair Academic Cemter

I came to Vasilatos Law almost 20 years ago. I had a workers' compensation case with my former employer and Mr. Vasilatos always was and still is a true gentleman. He cares about his clients, he listens, gives great legal advice, and is always a phone call away. He is honest and will explain everything in detail. He is patient, sincere, very knowledgeable, extremely professional, and will always return your calls in a timely manner. I recommend Mr. Vasilatos and Vasilatos Law as the best law firm to represent you in your workers' compensation or personal injury case to anyone who wants results.

I hired Vasilatos Law firm on more than one occasion and they always delivered the best results. Vasilatos Law is the best workers' compensation and personal injury attorneys you can have on your side.

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