Hospital Workers

Woodland Hills Hospital Workers Injury Attorney

Helping Hospital Employees with Their Workers’ Comp Claims in California

Most of us think of hospitals as the places where we go to get our injuries fixed and not as places where injuries occur. However, working in a hospital can be one of the most hazardous occupations in the country. In fact, hospitals now report more occupational and illness injuries than occupations like construction and manufacturing.

When a person working at a hospital suffers an injury while performing job-related duties, they are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, obtaining these benefits can be a difficult task, which is why you should seek an attorney who has experience handling workers’ comp cases for healthcare workers.

At Rodich Law, we are dedicated to helping workers get the help and financial compensation that they need to recover from their injuries and get back into the workforce. Our team of lawyers has been protecting the rights of workers across all occupations for over a combined 50 years. We have the skills, resources, and experience that you need to file a successful workers’ comp claim.

Call (818) 403-3737 to get started on your case today with our hospital workers' injury lawyer in Woodland Hills!

Common Causes of Injuries for Hospital Workers

While hospital workers perform and provide some of the most important jobs and services that we need, the work that they do can be physically demanding and takes a toll on their bodies. Hospital workers can suffer an injury from numerous things that they encounter while performing their job duties.

Common causes of injuries to hospital workers include:

Overexertion & Repetitive Stress
Handling Needles
Violence
Patient Handling Activities
Slips & Falls
Understaffing

Common Injuries For Hospital Workers

There are many injuries that are frequently sustained by people who work in hospitals, such as:

Sprains & Strains
Slipped Discs
Bloodborne Infectious Diseases
Infections
Broken Bones
Head Injuries

What Damages Could Be Recovered in a Hospital Workers Injury Claim?

When pursuing a hospital workers' injury claim, the damages sought can encompass a variety of losses incurred by the injured party. Potential damages that could be recovered may include:

Medical Expenses: Hospital workers may be eligible to recover the costs connected with medical treatment, including hospital stays, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation, and other necessary healthcare services.
Lost Wages and Income: Injuries sustained on the job can result in lost wages due to time away from work. Compensation may cover past and future lost income, ensuring financial stability during recovery.
Pain and Suffering: Physical injuries can result in significant pain and suffering. Compensation may be sought for the emotional and physical distress endured as a result of the injury.
Rehabilitation Costs: Hospital workers may require rehabilitation or therapy to regain functionality and resume their duties. Damages can include the costs associated with these necessary services.
Disability and Impairment: In cases where injuries result in long-term disability or impairment, compensation may be pursued to address the ongoing challenges faced by the injured party.
Punitive Damages: In situations involving egregious negligence or intentional misconduct, punitive damages may be awarded to penalize the responsible party and prevent similar behavior in the future.

Contact Our Woodland Hills Hospital Workers Injury Lawyer Today

If you are a hospital worker who has been injured while doing your job, you should immediately consult with our attorneys. We can review your case help you file your workers’ compensation claim, and resolve any disputes that might arise. Our legal team is familiar with all sorts of workers comp cases, which means we know the types of evidence that need to be gathered in order to build you a strong case. Let us help you obtain the compensation that you deserve for your injury.

Contact our Woodland Hills hospital workers' injury attorney to set up your free consultation today. You don’t pay unless we win!

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One of our clients was catastrophically injured in an auto vs motorcycles accident. as a result of the accident the applicant lost use of his left arm below his shoulder. Multiple medical procedures later and with additional issues to the workers neck and back and the need for life time medical treatment and care. Our client received an 11 million dollar settlement assuring that he will never have to work another day in his life and that all his medical needs will be taken care of.
$11,000,000 Injured Worker
Settlement for an injured worker who lost the use of his arm in an auto accident going home from work. Our client was leaving work to make a delivery for his employer. He, unfortunately, entered into a serious auto accident which resulted in the total loss of use of his arm along with neck, back, and psychiatric injuries. Future medical was going to result in multiple surgeries and possible psych hospitalization. Two years of negotiation netted out client a settlement of $11,000,000.
$4,876,000 Payments & Treatment for Life
Our client sustained an injury when he was run over by a car. After receiving considerable medical treatment for several years, our client received a civil settlement of $4.75 million. Traditionally when an injured worker receives a civil settlement, the settlement proceeds are deducted against any award they receive in Workers Compensation. At trial, our office was successful in getting Defendant to waive any credit rights they had. Additionally, we were able to get our client an additional $126,000...
$3,200,000 Pedestrian Accident Victim
Our client was crushed between a tow truck and a pole. as a result of the injury the applicant was hospitalized for 30 days and developed back, neck, and leg problems. the injured worker also developed a blood problem that required lifetime medicine to manage medical issues which arose from thyroid issues that were aggravated by the worker's injury. The insurance company and our firm were able to resolve the continuing costs of the treatment and medicine for over 3 million dollars...
$2,600,000 Brain Injury Settlement
This case involved an Applicant falling and sustaining a brain injury. After two years of benefits, getting the spouse paid for taking care of her husband, surgeries, and treatment at the Center for Neuro Skills, we were able to get this case to 100% and a settlement of 2.6 million.
$2,000,000 Lung Transplant for Silicosis Client
This case has to do with a need for a lung transplant with one of the Silicosis clients we represent. Defendants denied this matter as being work-related. They refused to accept the need for benefits, treatment, and care. We obtained medical reporting from one of the top pulmonologists whose practice emphasizes lung injury and the need for lung transplants.
$1,300,000 Back Injury
A machine operator represented by Rodich Law injured her back while lifting a box of thread at work. After a long and difficult course of treatment and care, it was ultimately decided she needed surgery. The insurance company refused to authorize the back surgery. Rodich Law forced the insurance company to trial on the issue of back surgery. After convincing a Judge to authorize the back surgery the applicant underwent the surgery the applicant’s case eventually settled for $1.5 Million dollars.
$1,255,000 Wage and Hour Suit & Injured Back
The injured worker sustained injury on the job to his low back. Initially Defendant offered $5,000 dollars to resolve the case. The offer was rejected and ultimately Rodich Law won at Trial on the issue of injury. Rodich Law then obtained benefits for the injured worker. In review of the wage statements provided by Defendant, Rodich Law noticed wage and hour violations. Our office was able to assist in procuring a $1.2 million settlement on behalf of the injured worker...
$1,200,000 Lifetime Benefits - Repetitive Work Injuries
The applicant sustained an injury to his neck and back due to repetitive work. The case was originally denied by the insurance company and employer. After successfully overturning the denial, we were able to obtain multiple back surgeries for the applicant. Defendant made an offer of $150,000.00 which was rejected. After taking the case to trial, we were able to obtain an award of 100% which guaranteed the applicant lifetime benefits...

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