It is very common for a person to suffer from at work shoulder injuries.  Over 4M people seek medical treatment for at work shoulder injuries annually.  One physician may see as many as 270 each year.  So, if you are facing a workplace shoulder injury, you may be part of this statistic.  However, you don’t have to remain a statistic.  This article will tell you how to get the treatment and settlement you deserve.

Anatomy of at Work Shoulder Injuries

The human shoulder joint sits on a moving platform.  This is the shoulder blade.  It is the only joint in the body using such a tenuous connection.  Four small muscles are all that stabilize the shoulder for your daily movement.  Further, there are several areas of cartilage and tendons that help your shoulder rotate, lift, and bend.  Thus, one of the most common injuries a person faces deals with the rotator cuff.  If this area of cartilage tears, you may have trouble performing menial daily tasks.  For example, some of these could be brushing your teeth, reaching over your head, and even relaxing in certain positions.  In the most severe cases, surgery is required.

Claiming Worker’s Comp for at Work Shoulder Injuries

Oklahoma provides certain rights to those who suffer workplace shoulder injuries.  The following is a list of initial steps to take if you suffer an injury:

First, notify your supervisor, workplace, and/or union of the injury.

Second, going through the proper channels, file an accident report.  Keep a copy for yourself.

Third, request medical treatment.

Finally, contact an attorney to file a Form 3.

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Legal Support and Workers Comp

Companies are constantly dealing with worker’s compensation claims.  This familiarity with the system means that you are automatically at a disadvantage without some form of legal counsel.  For example, your employer can choose your medical provider when you report an injury.  As you may expect, these doctors work often with your employer and attempt to diagnose the injury as minimally as they can.

However, when you hire an attorney to defend your rights, you are protected.  Your attorney can request a second opinion if needed and file the correct legal documents for you to claim your rightful reimbursement and medical maintenance.  Call our work injury attorneys a free consultation. 918.379.4872