Atlanta Psychological Injury Attorney
Sometimes, the most damaging workplace injuries are not to any specific part of your body. A psychological injury could prevent you from performing the basic functions of your job. If you suffer from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or another psychological injury after your workplace accident, an experienced workers' compensation lawyer can get you the help you deserve. At the Law Office of Pam Waldorf in Buford, Georgia, we protect injured workers throughout Georgia.
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Psychological Injuries from a Physical Cause
In order to receive workers' comp benefits for a psychological injury, there must be a physical "occurrence" which has caused the psychic injury. That "physical" cause could be some physical injury or accident (impact). A psychological injury by itself caused by purely emotional stress itself will not suffice. However, if it is the result of a physical injury, workers' compensation may apply.
Physical Injuries from Psychological Causes
Sometimes, a psychologically stressful situation may cause physical symptoms and injuries. These can be compensable work related injuries. The requirement in this situation is the psychic cause (such as stressful work environment) caused an actual physical symptom and injury. An example would be a heart attack caused by mental or emotional stress on the job.
Did you lose your leg in a bad work accident? Do you continue to have nightmares after your injury? Have you required the services of a therapist of psychologist? Work injury can have a major impact on your life psychologically as well. Even if you have made a full physical recovery, if you are still feeling the effects of a psychological injury, you may be eligible for workers' compensation. We represent injured workers who have suffered psychological injuries due to the following circumstances:
- Crohn's Disease
- Ulcer
- Heart Attack
- High Blood Pressure
- PTSD
Workers' comp benefits may also be awarded when a psychological condition is the impetus for physical problems. Whether your psychological injury has physical side effects or your physical injury has caused psychological trauma, we can help you evaluate your claim.
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You should take your psychological work injury every bit as seriously as a physical injury. If you are no longer able to work due to PTSD, it is time to get the full compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free initial consultation and case evaluation.
