Specializing in Workers' Compensation
A family practice helping clients for over 30 years.
Wachtel Law is client driven and results oriented. We have recovered millions in settlements on behalf of our clients, helping them to navigate the complex intricacies of the Workers’ Compensation system. If you believe you have suffered a work-related injury, it is important that you consult with an attorney to learn what rights may be available to you.
What is Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ Compensation is a complex area of law designed to provide benefits to people who have suffered injuries while on the job. This area of law is intended to assist individuals by providing them with income and medical treatment while they recover for the job related injury. If you think you may have suffered a work related injury, it is imperative that you speak with an attorney to ascertain what benefits you may be entitled to.
There are two types of injuries in Workers’ Compensation: (1) a specific injury and (2) a cumulative trauma injury.
Specific Injury
When you have an isolated incident where you were injured at work. Common examples include: slip and fall, being struck by an object or person, on-the-spot injuries from lifting, pulling, pushing or carrying objects, car accidents while on the job or a traumatizing incident (including but not limited to verbal abuse and sexual harassment).
Cumulative Trauma
These refer to the aches and pains we often feel as a result of the repetitive physical activities we perform as part of our job such as repetitive typing, lifting, standing, or other work related activities.