Work Injury Attorney
Many injuries or hazardous conditions suffered at work can cause a loss of hearing. If you believe you have a hearing loss and live anywhere in central or western Pennsylvania, a free, no obligation hearing test can be arranged by calling JH & Associates. Contact a Washington, Pennsylvania, attorney for hearing loss claims immediately.
An employee who has worked in a noisy environment and has a loss of more than 10 percent of his or her hearing capacity may be entitled to hearing aids and a benefit payment for the loss.
A retired employee may file a hearing loss claim within three years of the date of retirement. Benefits are awarded based on the percentage of hearing loss. For example, an employee with a 10.1 percent hearing loss would receive 26.2 weeks of workers' compensation benefits. At the rate of $845.00 per week, the amount payable for this type of injury would be $22,139.00, plus hearing aids.
Hearing Loss Terminology
- Audiograms are used to determine hearing loss. Even though employers often provide hearing tests at work, the employer will normally not explain the meaning of the audiogram which would allow the employee to determine the percentage of hearing loss and whether or not he or she has a claim.
- An otolaryngologist is commonly used to establish an occupationally hazardous noise environment and to establish that the hearing loss is caused by noise exposure at work. The use of hearing protection at work, a hunting history or aging does not prevent the receipt of benefits in hearing loss cases.
If you work in a noisy environment, you risk permanently damaging your hearing. It is important to consult with an experienced Pittsburgh work injury attorney to learn more about your options.
Contact Our Firm
If you have questions regarding hearing loss and workers' comp, contact a lawyer at JH & Associates at 866-285-0142 to schedule a free consultation. We maintain a 24-hour answering service for the convenience of our clients.
