Q: I HAVE BEEN AT MY JOB FOR 6 YEARS AND NOW HAVE TENDINITIS IN MY ELBOW, WILL THIS BE COVERED BY WORKERS COMP.?
I CUT MY OWN HOURS DUE TO THIS BUT CAME BACK FULL TIME , I WAS TOLD I SHOULD WAIT A FEW MORE WEEKS BECAUSE THEY GO OFF YOUR RECENT PAY , IS THIS TRUE?
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There are 2 questions here. The first is if a cumulative or repetitive work injury can be claimed through workers' compensation, and the answer is yes. You need to have a detailed description of your work activities (what you actually have done for 6 years and the frequency of what you do that you believe led to an injury) and work place (desk, table, bench, and where everything is placed). You need to have a qualified medical expert provide an opinion that the work did contribute to the medical condition. These are complicated cases and you should consult an attorney.
Your benefits are based on earnings in the last 30 days or a longer period of time, whatever is reasonable
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