Workers’ Compensation for a Hernia Injury Working at FedEx

Most of the jobs at FedEx are related to the movement of goods from one place to another and this at times involves heavy lifting.

Employees of FedEx who are working for long periods lifting heavy boxes and other packed goods could if unlucky develop a painful hernia. This is the sort of injury that may or may not be serious. However, if it is not treated any pain associated with it will get worse involving a longer recovery period.

No employee at FedEx should leave this sort of injury untreated. The company should have worker’s comp. insurance in place to cover workers who are injured or fall sick while working for the company. It is a no-fault compensation so even if the employee is partly to blame this does not exclude eligibility for worker’s comp.

How Hernias can Occur at Work and Treatment Options

A hernia could take place when a FedEx employee has been given the job of lifting heavy boxes and cartons over a long period. This type of injury can be painful and the victim often needs several weeks of treatment before the discomfort disappears. A hernia occurs when one of the victim’s organs is pushed between the tissue and muscle that typically keeps it in the correct place.

For example, a common place for a hernia to occur is when part of the intestine breaks through a weakened part of the abdominal wall. Sometimes, the victim can push the intestine back into place.

If this is not possible and the pain is intense or the victim feels nauseous or vomits, then immediate medical treatment may be required. In the worst cases, surgery may be needed to enable a repair to the affected tissue.

Filing a WC Claim For a Hernia Against Walmart

As long as you have the proof that the hernia took place due to your job at FedEx and it is not due to another health condition like being overweight, you should be entitled to worker’s comp. You need to follow one simple rule first and that is informing your supervisor at FedEx that you need immediate medical treatment for your hernia. This should happen within 24 hours of the hernia taking place.

Before you seek treatment and to ensure the treatment is paid for, you have to check with FedEx’s insurer to see if there is any restriction on what physician you may consult. Sometimes, employers will allow you to choose.

You will need to provide evidence with your WC claim that shows the hernia developed at work and does not have any other cause. This could be eye witness’s accounts and a medical report from your own doctor. If FedEx’s insurer agrees to your claim, you should get two thirds of your wages paid and all your medical treatment.

A Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Help You With Your Claim

The commonest reason for a WC denial is when FedEx’s insurer is not convinced your hernia is work related. This is when a WC attorney can step in and file an appeal on your behalf.

Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against FedEx, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.