Practice Areas Workers’ Compensation Common Work Injuries Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Lawyers for Knee Injuries

Knee injuries are among the most common workplace injuries in Pennsylvania. Because the knee is essential for walking, standing, lifting, climbing, kneeling, and performing physical job duties, even a relatively minor injury can significantly affect a worker’s ability to earn a living.

At Stern & Cohen, we help injured Pennsylvania workers pursue workers’ compensation benefits for knee injuries caused by workplace accidents and repetitive job duties. If you are seeking workers’ comp benefits for a knee injury in Pennsylvania, our attorneys are ready to help.

Common Causes of Work-Related Knee Injuries

Knee injuries can result from a single workplace accident or develop over time due to repetitive physical stress. These injuries are especially common in construction, warehousing, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and delivery jobs.

Common causes of workplace knee injuries include:

Types of Knee Injuries We Commonly See

The knee contains ligaments, tendons, cartilage, bones, and muscles that can all be damaged in a workplace accident.

Common work-related knee injuries include:

  • ACL tears
  • MCL tears
  • Meniscus tears
  • Patellar dislocations
  • Tendon injuries
  • Bursitis
  • Knee fractures
  • Cartilage damage
  • Chronic knee pain from repetitive stress

Symptoms may include:

  • Knee pain and swelling
  • Instability or weakness
  • Limited range of motion
  • Difficulty walking or climbing stairs
  • Locking or catching of the knee
  • Chronic pain and stiffness

These injuries may interfere with a worker’s ability to perform physical labor, stand for long periods, or safely return to work.

Knee Surgery and Workers’ Compensation

Some knee injuries require surgery, particularly in cases involving torn ligaments, meniscus injuries, fractures, or severe cartilage damage. Recovery often involves physical therapy, rehabilitation, and significant time away from work.

Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits may cover:

  • Surgical treatment
  • Hospital bills
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation
  • Medical equipment
  • Wage-loss benefits during recovery

Insurance companies sometimes attempt to minimize knee injuries or argue that symptoms are related to age or pre-existing conditions. Our attorneys are experienced in handling disputed workers’ compensation claims involving serious knee injuries.

Light Duty Work After a Knee Injury

After a knee injury, some workers are released to return on light-duty restrictions. These restrictions may limit walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, lifting, or standing for extended periods.

Workers should never feel pressured to perform duties that violate their medical restrictions or worsen their condition. If appropriate modified work is unavailable, injured workers may still qualify for wage-loss benefits.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Settlements for Knee Injuries

If you suffered a work-related knee injury in Pennsylvania, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits for medical treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, and lost wages during recovery.

Some knee injury workers’ compensation claims resolve through settlements based on factors such as the severity of the injury, surgery requirements, permanent work restrictions, ongoing treatment needs, and lost earning capacity.

Let Stern & Cohen Help With Your Knee Injury Claim

At Stern & Cohen, we understand how painful and disruptive a serious knee injury can be. Whether you suffered a torn ACL, meniscus tear, fracture, tendon injury, or chronic knee condition, our experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys are ready to protect your rights and fight for the benefits you deserve.

If you suffered a knee injury at work, contact Stern & Cohen today for a free consultation.

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