Leg injuries are a common injury amongst workers in every field, and in every type of working environment. While no one expects to go to work and slip, trip, fall, or have an object fall on them, the reality is that every day hundreds of workers across South Carolina sustain leg injuries that leave them unable to work and unable to meet their financial obligations.
If you have sustained a leg injury while at work, contact a Charleston workplace leg injury lawyer today. A compassionate workers compensation attorney can assist in your pursuit of compensation. En Español.
Many jobs and working environments require workers to be able to move from place to place or to move products from one place to another, therefore it is crucial to avoid injuries to your legs, knees, ankles, and feet. It only takes a second or a wrong step for a leg injury to occur.
It is important for workers to understand some of the most common leg injuries that occur in the workplace. Some of the most common leg injuries that Charleston workplace leg injury lawyer see include:
The Achille’s tendon can also be injured through blunt force trauma such as an object falling on it. The Achille’s tendon is the strongest and largest tendon in the body and is crucial for walking; therefore, any injury to this tissue can result in severe pain and significantly reduced mobility.
Other common leg injuries include:
Not only can a leg injury be an inconvenience, a leg injury can negatively impact a worker’s ability to perform their job. Unfortunately, many workers will ignore telltale signs of injury and try to ignore their symptoms until it is too late.
Leg injuries can happen to any worker in any field of employment. While employees in the construction and warehouse industries are exposed to more risks due to the hazards of their working environments, other professions are also at risk of leg injuries including:
Sustaining a leg, knee, ankle, or foot injury on the job is an immediate cause for concern, and without timely and proper treatment a worker’s mobility and ability to work may be hindered.
If you or a loved one have suffered any type of leg injury while carrying out the daily duties of your job, please do not hesitate to contact a Charleston workplace leg injury lawyers who can examine your case and go over all of your legal options.
Free Consultation
(843) 884-6615By: Bill J.
Title: Wonderful Personal Injury Firm
Description: The law firm was very helpful and courteous. Mr. Reese was a really good attorney that helped get my case settled... I will highly recommend to my friends and family. Thank You for your service.
Rating: ★★★★★
5 / 5 starsThe contents of this Web site are for informational purposes regarding legal issues in South Carolina and are not intended to convey detailed legal advice on specific issues. Transmission of the information contained in this site or any sites linked hereto is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Our attorneys practice law only in jurisdictions we are properly authorized to do so and do not seek to represent anyone in any jurisdiction where this site does not comply with applicable laws and bar rules. The lawyers of the law firm of Christmas Injury Lawyers are licensed to practice law in the State of South Carolina. Readers should not act upon the information contained in this site without first seeking the advice of an attorney licensed to practice in your area.
Attorneys principally practice in Mt. Pleasant office, but we will meet you at the time and office most convenient to you. We will also come to your hospital room or home upon request.
The information given above are examples of actual cases with actual clients our law firm has handled in the past. The reviews listed on our website are endorsements and/or testimonials from actual clients. Any results our law firm may achieve on behalf of one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients.
Copyright © 2021 Christmas Injury Lawyers. All Rights Reserved.
In an effort to continue serving the community while keeping everyone healthy and safe, our office is offering phone and video consultations. To schedule or learn more call (843) 884-6615 or fill out a contact form here.