Fort Lauderdale Repetitive Motion Injury Lawyers

Not every workplace injury happens in an instant. Some build slowly over time — day after day, week after week — until pain, numbness, or stiffness makes it impossible to keep working. These are known as repetitive motion injuries (or repetitive strain injuries), and they’re among the most common and misunderstood work-related conditions in Florida. At The Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A., our Fort Lauderdale repetitive motion injury lawyers help employees injured on the job get the medical treatment, time off, and financial support they deserve under the state’s workers’ compensation system.

What Is a Repetitive Motion Injury?

A repetitive motion injury develops when the same motion or posture is repeated frequently, putting stress on muscles, tendons, and joints. Over time, this constant strain causes inflammation, microtears, and nerve compression that can lead to lasting damage. Workers in almost any industry can suffer from these injuries, from office employees typing at a keyboard to hospital workers lifting patients or retail clerks scanning merchandise.

In Fort Lauderdale, we see a wide range of repetitive motion injuries in industries such as:

Healthcare, where nurses and aides frequently move, lift, or support patients in awkward positions.
Hospitality, where hotel housekeepers, servers, and cleaning crews repeat the same bending, reaching, or wiping motions hundreds of times a day.
Retail and Warehousing, where workers handle inventory, scan items, or pack shipments on a constant loop.
Office Work, where long hours at a computer lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, or neck and back strain.

These injuries often start as mild discomfort but can progress to severe pain or disability if left untreated. Unfortunately, because they don’t come from one specific accident, workers’ compensation insurers often challenge or deny claims for repetitive motion injuries, which is where we come in.

Common Repetitive Motion Injuries in Fort Lauderdale Workplaces

The human body isn’t designed to perform the same task indefinitely without rest. Repetitive motion injuries can affect almost any part of the body, but the most common types include:

Carpal tunnel syndrome, caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, common among typists, cashiers, and assembly-line workers.
Tendonitis, an inflammation of tendons that often affects the shoulders, elbows, or wrists.
Bursitis, a painful swelling around joints, often seen in housekeepers or janitorial workers.
Epicondylitis, also known as “tennis elbow,” common among workers who use tools or repetitive gripping motions.
Chronic back and neck strain, caused by constant bending, twisting, or awkward postures.

These injuries may seem minor at first, but once inflammation sets in, recovery can take months. Some workers need surgery, physical therapy, or even job retraining to avoid re-injury.

Challenges in Proving Repetitive Motion Claims

Unlike a broken bone or fall, a repetitive motion injury doesn’t always have a single “accident date.” That’s one reason insurance companies often deny or delay these claims. They argue the injury didn’t happen at work or that it’s simply the result of aging or an off-the-job activity.

At The Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A., we know how to overcome those arguments. Our firm works closely with doctors and medical specialists to document exactly how your job duties contributed to your condition. We gather detailed job descriptions, medical evaluations, and witness statements to build a strong connection between your work environment and your injury. With decades of experience representing injured workers throughout Broward County, we’ve seen every tactic insurers use, and we know how to fight back.

The Cost of Doing Nothing

Too many workers try to push through the pain, hoping it will go away. But the longer you wait to report a repetitive motion injury, the worse it gets. Delaying treatment can not only prolong your recovery but also make it harder to prove your claim. In Florida, you must report a work-related injury to your employer within 30 days of discovering it, so it’s critical to act quickly.

If you’re already feeling numbness, tingling, or joint pain that worsens with use, don’t wait. These symptoms are early warnings that your body is being overworked, and the sooner you get medical attention, the better your chances of full recovery.

What Workers’ Compensation Covers

If your repetitive motion injury is accepted as work-related, you may be eligible for a range of benefits under Florida’s workers’ compensation law, including:

Medical care from approved physicians, including surgery, therapy, and medications.
Lost wage benefits if you’re unable to work while recovering.
Permanent impairment benefits if your injury leaves lasting limitations.
Job retraining or vocational rehabilitation if you can’t return to your previous duties.

In some cases, your employer or insurer may try to limit your benefits or send you back to work before you’re ready. We step in to ensure that doesn’t happen and that your treatment plan is determined by your doctor, not the insurance company.

Supporting Fort Lauderdale’s Workforce — One Case at a Time

From the resorts on the beach to the hospitals downtown and the warehouses near the port, Fort Lauderdale runs on hardworking people, many of them performing physically demanding, repetitive jobs. Attorney David M. Benenfeld has dedicated his career to protecting those workers. He and his team know the stress that comes when you can’t earn a paycheck, can’t sleep from pain, and can’t get straight answers from your employer’s insurance company.

Our office is known for being responsive, approachable, and relentless in protecting clients’ rights. We return calls promptly, explain every step of the process, and treat every case with the urgency it deserves. You’ll always know where your claim stands and what comes next.

Call The Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A. Today

If your hands, wrists, shoulders, or back are hurting from the work you do every day, you don’t have to just live with it. Florida’s workers’ compensation laws are there to protect you, and we’re here to make sure they work the way they should.

Call The Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A., today for a free consultation. We’ll explain your rights, handle the paperwork, and fight to secure the medical care and financial support you need. You’ve worked hard for your employer. Now let us work hard for you.