While offices may seem safer than industrial or construction environments, they are not without risks. We represent employees in New Jersey who have suffered injuries in office settings and other non-industrial workplaces, helping them navigate the workers’ compensation claim process to secure the benefits they deserve.

Understanding Office and Workplace Injuries

Office and workplace injuries can stem from a variety of causes, ranging from slip and fall accidents to ergonomic issues leading to repetitive strain injuries. These incidents can significantly impact an employee’s health, productivity, and overall well-being.

Common Types of Office and Workplace Injuries

In office and workplace settings, employees may encounter various hazards that can lead to injuries. These injuries range from those caused by the physical layout and condition of the workplace to those related to the nature of the work itself.

Understanding these common injury types can help in preventing them and ensuring timely, appropriate responses when they do occur.

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs)

Repetitive Strain Injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis, are prevalent in office environments. They occur from repeated motions, such as typing or using a mouse, especially when done with poor ergonomic practices.

Symptoms can include pain, numbness, and tingling in the affected areas, often requiring medical intervention and changes in work habits to manage.

Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries

Slip, trip, and fall incidents are among the most common accidents in all types of workplaces, including offices. They can result from hazards like wet floors, cluttered or obstructed walkways, and poor lighting. These accidents can lead to a range of injuries, from minor bruises to more serious fractures or head injuries.

Back Injuries

Back injuries can be caused by a variety of factors in the office, such as lifting heavy objects without proper technique or spending extended periods in chairs that do not provide adequate support.

Chronic back pain and more serious spinal injuries can significantly impact an employee’s quality of life and ability to work.

Eye Strain

Eye strain is a growing concern in modern workplaces, where employees often spend hours looking at computer screens. Without proper lighting, regular breaks, and adjustments to screen settings, workers can experience symptoms like blurred vision, dry eyes, and headaches, affecting their comfort and productivity.

Falling Object Injuries

Injuries from falling objects can occur when items are not properly stored or secured, posing a risk to employees. These accidents can lead to head injuries, cuts, or bruises, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a tidy and well-organized workspace.

Workers’ Compensation for Office and Workplace Injuries

New Jersey’s workers’ compensation system provides benefits to employees injured on the job, covering medical treatment, temporary disability benefits, permanent disability benefits, and, in some cases, vocational rehabilitation.

Navigating a workers’ compensation claim for an office or workplace injury requires an understanding of both the legal and medical aspects of your case.

Navigating Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

Galarza & Etwaroo can assist you with:

• Case Evaluation: Determining the extent of your injuries and the impact on your ability to work.
• Filing Your Claim: Ensuring all paperwork is correctly filled out and submitted within the required timeframes.
• Dealing with Insurance Companies: Advocating on your behalf to ensure you receive the full benefits you are entitled to.
• Appealing Denied Claims: Guiding you through the appeals process if your claim is unjustly denied.

Start Your Recovery Process

If you’ve suffered an injury in an office or other workplace setting, don’t navigate the complexities of the workers’ compensation system alone. Contact Galarza & Etwaroo today to discuss your case.

Our team is ready to ensure you receive the benefits you need to support your recovery and protect your rights as an injured worker.