If you are suffering from an RSI, there are a few things you need
to know before filing a Workers Comp claim. The following are useful
facts to consider when filing a Workers Comp claim related to an
RSI, or repetitive strain injury:
· RSI’s have become the nation’s leading workplace
health cost.
· OSHA reports that RSI represents 62% of all North American
Workers Comp claims.
· These claims result in $15-20 million in lost work time
and Workers Comp claims.
· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the #1 disability reported
by insurance companies today.
· 1.8 million workers per year suffer from RSI.
· There are few legal standards fro an ergonomic workplace.
· If you are suffering from an RSI, take thorough notes
of when and what activities in the workplace are aggravating the
symptom to help with Workers Comp claims.
· Take note that it is very hard to get an RSI Workers
Comp claim accepted.
