Injury to a body part which was already impaired

There may have been a time in your life where you broke your arm, had an accident where your vision became impaired, or experienced some other serious injury.

If you are working on the job and sustain an injury that worsens a previous condition or causes additional loss of use or actual loss of that body part, you may be compensated through the South Carolina Worker’s Compensation Commission. A knowledgeable worker comp attorney can help you determine whether your current injury qualifies for compensation, even if it involves a pre-existing condition.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that if a worker loses partial or full use of a body part, or loses the actual body part, they may be compensated for the loss regardless of whether the body part had been previously injured. Working with a worker comp attorney can ensure your rights are protected and your claim is fully supported with the necessary medical evidence.