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Computer-Related Injuries

Computers are used in a wide variety of jobs in today’s highly technical world. With employees using these pieces of equipment for eight or more hours every day, it is important to understand the risks that are associated with computers and how to prevent related injuries in the workplace.

If you sustain an injury on the job performing your normal daily tasks, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits from your employer. These benefits can help you pay for any costs related to recovery from the injury and can also help subsidize some of your income that may be lost due to missed work.

To find out of you qualify for your employer’s workers’ compensation benefits or for help with your individual claim, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. today at 800-346-5529.

Potential Hazards

The following repetitive stress injuries may occur due to frequent computer use:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Cervical radiculopathy (neck strain)
  • Epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
  • Ganglion cyst (cyst in the wrist)
  • Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
  • Tendonitis

In order to prevent these conditions, it is important to take frequent breaks and use ergonomic equipment to protect yourself from injury You should aim to sit up straight and keep your fingers and wrists level while typing. Lastly, try to keep your legs at a perpendicular angle from your hips, in a comfortable position.

However, even with these precautions, harm may still occur. When it does, you should consider hiring an experienced New Jersey workers’ compensation attorney to help you file your workers’ compensation claim and pursue all of the funds to which you are entitled.

Contact Us

To learn more about your rights as an injured worker, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. today by calling 800-346-5529.