Practice Areas Hand Injuries

PHILADELPHIA HAND INJURY LAWYERS

Hand injuries are some of the most debilitating workplace injuries a person can suffer. Whether you’re lifting, gripping, typing, or handling tools, your hands are essential to your ability to work. At Stern & Cohen, we understand the serious impact a hand injury can have on your career and daily life, and we’re here to help injured workers secure the compensation they need to recover.

Common Causes of Hand Injuries at Work

Hand injuries can occur in nearly any profession, from construction and manufacturing to office jobs and healthcare. Some of the most common causes include:

  • Machinery accidents (such as crush or amputation injuries)
  • Repetitive stress (typing, scanning, lifting)
  • Slip and fall accidents (where a worker tries to break their fall with an outstretched hand)
  • Sharp object injuries (lacerations or punctures)
  • Burns or chemical exposure

Even a seemingly minor hand injury can limit your mobility, reduce your grip strength, or cause long-term pain that prevents you from returning to work in the same capacity.

Types of Work-Related Hand Injuries

The hand is a complex structure made up of bones, tendons, nerves, and muscles. As such, injuries can range widely in type and severity. Common work-related hand injuries include:

  • Fractures and broken bones
  • Tendon or ligament tears
  • Nerve damage (including carpal tunnel syndrome)
  • Crush injuries and amputations
  • Deep cuts or puncture wounds
  • Burns and scarring

Some of these injuries require surgery, long-term physical therapy, or even permanent job accommodations.

Your Right to Compensation After a Hand Injury

If you injure your hand at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits can help cover:

  • Medical expenses
  • Lost wages while you recover
  • Permanent disability benefits if the injury causes lasting damage
  • Vocational retraining if you can no longer perform the same job

At Stern & Cohen, we have decades of experience handling hand injury claims. We understand how employers and insurers may try to downplay these injuries, especially repetitive stress cases. Our legal team fights to make sure your injury is taken seriously and that you receive the full benefits you are owed under Pennsylvania law.

Let Our Firm Handle Your Claim

At Stern & Cohen, we know that hand injuries can change your life. Our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through the claims process and aggressively advocate for your rights. We’ve recovered millions of dollars for injured workers and are proud to be a trusted legal resource for people across Pennsylvania.

If you’ve suffered a hand injury at work, contact us today. The consultation is free, and we’re ready to fight for the compensation and care you deserve.

Let us handle your claim — so you can focus on healing.

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