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Home Tendon Injury Compensation Claims

Tendon Injury Compensation Claims

Posted In Medical Negligence,Motor Accident Compensation,NSW,Public Liability,WA,Workers Compensation
Posted On April 11, 2022
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  • Workers compensation benefits for tendon injuries
  • How lodge a workers compensation claim for tendon injury?
  • How much compensation can I receive for a severed tendon?
  • Frequently asked questions

A tendon is a flexible tissue that connects muscles to bones. Due to an accident and overuse, an inflamed and irritated tendon may develop in any part of the body including shoulder, bicep, finger, wrist, and achilles.

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Even though tendon injuries are generally categorised as soft tissue injuries, they may limit your work and daily life. If you are injured, you may be eligible to receive compensation benefits.

The three main types of injuries are tendon rupture, tendinitis, and tendinosis. Statistics show that ligament and tendon injuries are so common that they accounted for 45% of all workplace injury claims.

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Workers compensation benefits for tendon injuries

Weekly payments

Calculated based on your pre-injury wage to cover your loss of earnings.

Medical expenses

Covers your expenses for reasonable and necessary medical treatment including surgery, physiotherapy, and medication.

Lump-sum payment

For physical injuries assessed at being greater than 10% whole person impairment. If you are an exempt worker such as a police officer, paramedic, or firefighter then you are eligible to claim lump sum if your physical injury is assessed at being greater than 0% whole person impairment.

Domestic assistance

For physical injuries assessed at being greater than 14% whole person impairment

Work injury damages/Common law payout

Rewardable if the employer was negligent and physical injuries assessed at being greater than 14% whole person impairment.

Tendon injuries can occur due to other reasons and compensation benefits may vary. Please click the relevant accident type below to know your potential compensation benefits.

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How lodge a workers compensation claim for tendon injury?

Regardless of whether you had achilles tendon rupture, bicep tendon tear, finger tendon injury or tendonitis during the course of work, you can reach our friendly workers compensation lawyers for a free claim assessment because these claims are what we have been focusing on for years!

The workers compensation claim steps include:

  • Contacting your employer and reporting that you suffered an injury due to a workplace accident.
  • Completing and submitting a Workers injury claim form.
  • Seeing your GP (General Practitioner) and getting them to complete a Work Cover Medical Certificate in support of that Workers injury claim form.

How much compensation can I receive for a severed tendon?

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Each case and settlement amounts are unique. Compensation payouts amounts are determined by considering the severity of the injury, age of the injured person. total treatment & economical losses and so on. Our lawyers are able to estimate the compensation benefits on a free claim assessment, call us on 1800 952 898

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to settle a tendon injury claim?

The length varies according to the recovery period and complexity of the claim. However, our lawyers can give you an estimation once they know more about your case. Feel free to reach us!

When is the best time to start the legal process?

The injured employee should report the accident to their employer as soon as possible to start the workplace injury compensation process. That period can depend on when the injury is discovered by the injured employee.

How much does a lawyer charge for a tendon injury claim?

Our personal injury lawyers at Withstand Lawyers work on a No Win No Pay basis. Our firm is approved by Independent Review Office (IRO), which means you are not liable to pay for our legal costs and disbursements as they are covered by IRO.

What are the most common tendon injuries?

The most common tendon injuries are:

  1. Tendinitis: refers to an acutely inflamed or irritated tendon that causes various problems
  2. Tendinosis: refers to a chronically damaged tendon that gets hardened and scarred.
  3. Tendon rupture: refers to a torn tendon.

All the tendon injury types can be diagnosed with medical screening equipment.

Which occupations are at risk?

According to Safe Work Australia’s report, tendon injuries are common among labourers, community & personal service workers, technicians, tradies, machinery operators and drivers. Also, the highest number of tendon-related injuries occurred at the industries below:

  • Healthcare
  • Social assistance
  • Construction
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation

Reach our lawyers for a free claim assessment

The team at Withstand Lawyers consist of experienced compensation lawyers, and we are confident of their expertise in the area of personal injury. To arrange a free claim assessment with our lawyers, please contact us now. We will simplify the process for you and ensure that any compensation you are entitled to is maximised. Call us on 1800 952 898 or book a meeting online!

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