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Workers’ compensation claims might include more than you think

On Behalf of | Apr 14, 2021 | Workers' Compensation |

Workers’ compensation applies to a much larger range of work-related injuries than you might think. If you live in North Carolina and suffer from injuries or conditions incurred by regular work with vibrating tools, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.

What is VWF?

Lingering conditions like vibrating white finger, or VWF, can develop from using vibrating tools over an extended timeline. VWF is a vascular condition that affects blood vessels. Its symptoms include numbness, tingling and whitening of the fingers. If you work with vibrating tools and are experiencing VWF symptoms, it might be a good idea to contact a personal injury lawyer. Workers’ compensation claims are tricky sometimes, so sound legal advice may be helpful.

Why legal advice might be a good idea

Because the condition develops over time, claiming workers’ compensation for VWF can be tricky. The most important thing to know about VWF is that it is vastly underdiagnosed, so it’s natural to overlook VWF as a potential workers’ compensation claim. Workers’ compensation claims usually deal with injuries that occur in an abrupt, singular instance, yet there are many industries where undiagnosed VWF is extremely common. Construction, mining, forestry and the automobile industry are just a few examples of work environments where VWF is quite prevalent.

Know your rights

The state of North Carolina has specific laws and regulations regarding workers’ compensation claims, so submitting a workers’ compensation claim for long-developing injuries from prolonged use of vibrating tools may present some difficulties. If you are suffering from vibrating white finger or another long-developing, work-related condition, it may be a good idea to seek legal counsel when pursuing your claim.