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Thank you so much for your assistance. Thank you for getting the extra money and for making what we thought would be a difficult task, easy! JA
I am very pleased at the result, and the way the whole claim was processed by all of you. I will have no hesitation whatsoever in the future to recommending ALC Lawyers to anyone I know who may become injured during work, or to anyone in general conversation if they are looking for a decent firm to represent them in any Personal Injury claim. Once again, thank you all very very much. John
Thank you for your diligence and expertise in this matter, it is great to finally have closure in this area. I would also like to especially thank Heather for help patience and understanding through the whole process, I believe she is a real asset to your company. Thanks again and I hope your business prospers beyond your wildest expectations. Greg
RSI: Repetitive Strain Injury
What is a Repetitive Strain Injury?
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a term given to a range of conditions which arise normally from work related repetitive activities or forceful movements. If the injury is sustained at work then you are entitled to claim under Workers Compensation for losses including wages, medical expenses and, if permanent, a lump sum payout.
Typical characteristics of a repetitive strain injury are discomfort in overworked muscles, tendons or other soft tissue and can cause tingling, swelling, pain and tenderness. In early stages of an RSI injury the pain may only be slight and if action is taken immediately no permanent injury may be suffered.
What are causes a Repetitive Strain Injury?
Causes of RSI are many and varied but can include poorly designed work stations which are too high or low; work equipment or tools that are badly designed or need excessive force to utilise. It can be as simple as a poor work station layout which causes awkward working postures for long periods or the continual repetitive movement of the same joints and muscles too often, too quickly and for too a long a time span.
If you suffer from an RSI injury you need to immediately advise your employer to see if changes in your workplace can be taken to eliminate the cause of the injury. Your GP should be consulted and their advice taken on treatment for the injury, and a claim lodged with the workers compensation insurer to cover the medical expenses and wages.
The laws in all the States and Territories in relation to pain and suffering compensation for both RSI treatment and RSI compensation amounts are completely different. Advice is required from a specialist solicitor such as ALC Lawyers before any settlement amount is agreed.
If you are the victim of RSI then you might be entitled to a lump sum compensation payout, and you should talk to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible so that you can put in a claim ASAP.
A repetitive strain injury can become a permanent work related injury if initially ignored and can affect all aspects of your life. Therefore you need to act today to ensure that you get all your compensation claim payout. To pursue an injury claim speak to ALC Lawyers today.
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