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What Railroad Workers Need to Know About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful nerve condition that can affect railroad workers. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, potential causes of carpal tunnel syndrome include work stress and repeated use of vibrating hand tools. Other causes may include repetitive activities and unnatural postures. The nature of railroad work puts many workers at risk of carpal tunnel syndrome from these activities.

If you are a railroad worker who has suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome because of your job duties, then you may be entitled to damages for your injuries. A New York FELA attorney can help you recover damages for your medical expenses, lost income and other expenses that result from your carpal tunnel syndrome.

However, in order to recover damages you must file your claim within the timeframe defined by FELA. Typically, this means that you must file a claim within three years of when you knew, or should’ve known that you suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome. It is, therefore, important to seek both medical and legal advice when you begin to experience any of the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Some common symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome include burning, tingling, or numbness of the palm or fingers. Some carpal tunnel sufferers describe feeling like their hand is swollen although no swelling is present and some report that their symptoms are worse at night.

Of course, symptoms vary for every patient and you will need to see a doctor and a New York or New Jersey FELA lawyer as soon as you suspect that you have a railroad work injury. If prompt treatment is not provided, a patient may require surgery and FELA compensation may be denied.

In order to protect your rights, please call a New Jersey and New York railroad lawyer at Hofmann & Schweitzer. We can be reached at 1-800-362-9329 or via our online contact form for more information.

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