Types of Injuries Covered Under
California Workers' Compensation

Cumulative Trauma Injuries

Cumulative Trauma injuries, also known as repetitive stress injuries, develop gradually due to repetitive job tasks over time. These injuries are common yet frequently overlooked. Examples include:

  • Warehouse workers experiencing chronic lower back pain from repeated lifting

  • Office workers developing carpal tunnel syndrome from repetitive keyboard tasks

  • Healthcare workers with chronic shoulder pain from continuous patient handling

  • Drivers experiencing chronic back or neck pain from prolonged sitting

  • Construction workers developing joint injuries from repetitive motions

  • Assembly line and manufacturing workers suffering repetitive joint injuries or tendonitis from constant motion tasks.

  • Janitorial staff experiencing repetitive shoulder or elbow injuries from repetitive cleaning tasks and heavy lifting.

  • Employees suffering stress, anxiety, or depression due to overwork and/or harassment from coworkers or managers.

You might not immediately recognize your pain or condition as work-related. Under California law, you're not expected to make this connection until confirmed by medical professionals.

At Lee Partners Law, we arrange comprehensive evaluations to ensure your injuries are accurately diagnosed and attributed to your workplace.

Specific injuries occur suddenly during a clear event or accident at work. Common examples include:

  • Slip and falls

  • Motor vehicle accidents

  • Accidental death

  • Falls from ladders or heights

  • Injuries from falling objects

  • Chemical exposure or burns

  • Fires and explosions

  • Being struck by equipment or machinery

  • Fractures and broken bones

  • Chemical burns or exposures

  • Electrical shocks or electrocutions

In California, work-related injuries generally fall into two categories: Specific Injuries and Cumulative Trauma Injuries.

Specific Injuries

Injuries We Frequently Handle Include:

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)

  • Neck, Back, and Spine Injuries

  • Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Injuries

  • Hand, Wrist, and Arm Injuries

  • Leg, Knee, and Foot Injuries

  • Fractures and Broken Bones

  • Amputations

  • Burns and Chemical Exposure

  • Electrocutions

  • Heart Attacks and Strokes

  • Psychological Injuries (Stress, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD)

  • Sexual Dysfunction

  • Sleep Disorders

  • Gastrointestinal Disorders (GERD, IBS)

  • Diabetes (Aggravated by Work Conditions)

  • Respiratory Conditions

  • Hearing Loss

  • Vision Impairment

  • Accidental Death

Maximizing Your Compensation

At Lee Partners Law we aggressively fight to maximize compensation for every injury you sustain. Our attorneys have extensive experience in:

  • Carefully scrutinizing medical evaluations to ensure accuracy.

  • Challenging doctors to strictly adhere to medical and legal guidelines.

  • Navigating complex rating systems to achieve maximum impairment ratings and compensation.

  • Ensuring comprehensive medical treatment and lifelong care for each injured body part.

Unlike many attorneys who avoid directly challenging medical professionals, Lee Partners Law attorneys confidently and rigorously advocate on your behalf to secure the highest possible compensation.

California allows for non-attorney hearing representatives to represent you and work on your claim. However, at Lee Partners Law, you will only be represented by California licensed certified specialist workers’ compensation attorneys David and Michael. Lee Partners Law does not use hearing representatives.

If you've been injured at work, trust Lee Partners Law to protect your rights, fight for your benefits, and maximize your recovery.

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