Sherinian Law
  • call Us Today
    (630) 318-2606 | (312) 981-5004
    24/7 Call Available
  • Intellectual Property
  • Personal Injury
  • Commercial Litigation
  • News
  • Attorneys
  • Contact

How to Respond to a Knee Injury

Home / Uncategorized / How to Respond to a Knee Injury
November 21, 2017
by Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian |  
Uncategorized

A knee injury will not only be painful, but also dramatically affect your finances, mobility and daily life routine until you fully recover. If you are suffering from a knee injury, there are some key ways in which you should respond in order to maintain a quality of living until you are healed. Sometimes people brush off injuries due to life demands, but this can only prolong your injury and result in severe impairment to your ability to walk and coordination in the long-term.

Visit Your Doctor
It is important that you visit your doctor as soon as you are injured, so they can create a plan to get you healthy and heading towards recovery. They may evaluate you for what types of treatment will best fit your needs as well as if surgery is needed in the immediate or near future. If you do not schedule an appointment with your doctor right away, you risk the area healing in a poor way that will now allow your knee or leg to work properly.

Contact Your Employer
Let your employer know about your injuries sooner than later so they can find someone to take on your assignments or a temporary replacement until you are deemed able to work at full capacity. If your doctor puts you on limited working duty, give a copy to your boss and ensure they are upholding the requirements so you can heal without causing another injury. Causing harm to a knee that is already injured can create even more of an issue.

Consult with a Moving Company
By consulting with long distance moving companies trusts, and that is aware of your condition can help if there is furniture or appliances in your home that need to be relocated or disposed of. Do not attempt to move something on your own. Some moving companies offer cleaning services too, so you can relax in a clean environment without worrying about maintaining your home while sustaining a knee injury.

Appoint an Attorney
In the case that your injury was caused due to the negligence or intent of another party, seeking an attorney to counsel and represent you is key to receiving compensation. Your attorney will ask questions that pertain to your circumstances and scrutinize all the details about how your knee injury occurred. An attorney can hold an at-fault person or company responsible in the court of law. They can ensure your current employer is following all guidelines for your knee limitations while at work.

During this time you will need to make decisions for the betterment of your health and healing of the knee injury. Keep all documents regarding your knee injury including a physician evaluation, any x-rays, blood work and financial receipts. These may come in handy if you seek restitution in the court of law.

We would like to send a special thank you to Suburban Solutions for their help in giving us information on moving services and strategies.

Share
Previous Post
Physical Therapy Treatment After a Slip and Fall Accident
Next Post
Transit Company to Pay Over $350,000 in Wrongful Death Claim
Practice Areas
  • No categories
Contact Us Today

Get your free case review within 24 hours. All Fields Required.





    Please prove you are human by selecting the Truck.

    Client Review

    “Konrad Sherinian is a talented patent attorney. He had years of experience as an electrical engineer prior to getting his law degree, and that adds depth to his understanding of technical IP issues. For anyone needing high-quality representation in the intellectual property field, I recommend Konrad.”
    Kerry B.
    Client Review

    Chicago Patent and Personal Injury Attorneys

    • call us today
      (630) 318-2606

    1755 PARK STREET, SUITE #200, NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS 60563
    Phone: (630) 318-2606
    180 NORTH LASALLE, SUITE #3700, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60601
    Phone: (312) 981-5004
    Fax: (630) 364-5825
    Phones are open 24/7

    RESOURCES
    • Intellectual Property Attorneys
    • Personal Injury Attorneys
    • Commercial Litigation Attorneys
    • Attorneys
    • Sitemap
    NEWSLETTER SIGN UP

    Follow Us

    World Class Legal Counsel on Intellectual Property & Technology ®. Copyright The Law Offices of Konrad Sherinian, LLC © 2020. All Rights Reserved

    ATTORNEYS: Konrad Sherinian Edward Bi | Powered By: Matador Solutions
    Resources:
    • Car Accident Lawyer Naperville IL
    • Medical Malpractice Attorney Chicago IL
    • Medical Malpractice Attorney Naperville IL
    • Patent Attorney Chicago IL
    • Patent Lawyer Chicago IL
    • Personal Injury Lawyer Chicago IL
    • Personal Injury Lawyer Naperville IL
    • Trademark Attorney Chicago IL
    • Patent Lawyers Chicago IL
    • Patent Attorneys Chicago IL
    • Car Accident Lawyer Chicago, IL
    • Chicago IL Patent Attorney
    • Patent Lawyer Chicago IL Near Me
    • Premises Liability Lawyer Naperville IL
    • Bicycle Accident Lawyer Naperville IL
    • Legal Resources