Skilled Hospital And Medical Worker Injury Lawyers Serving Iowa

There are a wide range of people involved in helping our communities with their medical care needs, from surgeons, doctors and nurses to nurses’ aides, hospital janitors and support staff. Such health care jobs can be very hard on both the body and mind. Injuries are common. Workers’ compensation benefits can help medical workers cope with the effects of workplace injuries and get the resources they need to heal.

Our attorneys at Wertz Law Firm, P.C., put their decades of legal experience toward helping injured health care workers pursue workers’ compensation claims. Our team serves clients from throughout the state from our office in Cedar Rapids. We offer free consultations. Call us at 319-861-3001 or reach out online to schedule one.

Common Safety Hazards In The Medical Field

Medical workplaces can be full of dangers. A Post University blog highlighted the prevalence of on-the-job injuries in nursing, underscoring the risks health care workers face daily. Common sources of injuries in this field include:

Patient lifting incidents
Exposure to scalpels, needles and other sharps
Cross-contamination issues
Spilled liquids and other slip-and-fall risks
Radiation exposure
Exposure to cleaners and disinfectants
Patient violence
Overworking and repetitive motions

Our workers’ compensation attorneys are here to give you the trusted legal support you need when you have been harmed by such safety hazards.

Health Care Worker Injuries

There are many different types of injuries that can come about from the workplace safety risks in health care, including:

Back and neck injuries
Needle stick injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Sprains and strains
Broken bones
Burns
Cuts
Depression and other mental health conditions
Infections and other occupational illnesses

Such workplace injuries can have major impacts on the lives of victims and their families.

Recovery Challenges For Health Care Workers

On-the-job injuries expose health care workers to a range of serious physical limitations. Missing work due to injuries can have major financial repercussions for such workers. This may lead some to feel they need to return to work before they’re fully healed. However, given the extremely demanding nature of these jobs, doing so can worsen injuries and lead to even more serious repercussions. It’s crucial to allow yourself the time and space needed to recover fully. This is where workers’ compensation can play a key role.

How Workers’ Compensation Can Help

In Iowa, workers’ compensation is a statewide system that requires employers to provide benefits to employees for job-related injuries. Common benefits include coverage of medical expenses for needed treatments and payments for lost wages from time missed from work. These benefits can alleviate financial pressure, allowing injured nurses, doctors and health care staff to focus on their health and recovery. Our lawyers can help you with all aspects of pursuing this key relief.

How Soon Do You Have To Report An Injury?

In Iowa, a workplace injury must typically be reported within 90 days of its occurrence. Meeting this deadline is extremely important as failing to do so could jeopardize your ability to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Our team can answer any questions you have about this deadline and other important time limits.

When Workers’ Comp Claim Difficulties Arise

Health care workers could encounter a range of challenges when seeking workers’ comp benefits to support their recovery. Common ones include disputes over:

Whether the injury was work-related
How severe the injury is
What treatment is appropriate
What types of benefits a worker qualifies for
How much in benefits should be provided
How long benefits should be provided

Tailored solutions are essential in overcoming such hurdles. Having a knowledgeable advocate can make a huge difference on this front.

Our Team Is Here For You

With their exclusive focus on workers’ comp law, our lawyers have a deep understanding of the claims process, the challenges that arise during it and what is needed to achieve success in the face of such difficulties. They are here to:

Answer your questions
Collect evidence to support your claim
Negotiate with your employer’s insurer
Address any problems or disputes that arise
Help you pursue your appeal options if your claim is denied

Let our experienced and dedicated team take care of your legal needs. We use contingency fees, so you pay nothing unless you get benefits.

Put Dedicated Advocates In Your Corner

Get trusted help pursuing the benefits you need after a health care workplace injury. Reach out to our experienced workers’ compensation team today for a free consultation. You can connect with us by email or by calling 319-861-3001.