Understanding Your Rights After a Hand or Finger Injury in Mississippi
If your job involves the regular use of vibrating tools, you may face a higher risk of developing a painful and sometimes permanent palm injury. These injuries aren’t always obvious at first, but over time, they can make it difficult to grip tools, handle materials, or even return to work.
At Tabor Law Firm, P.A., we represent Mississippi workers who suffer palm and hand injuries caused by repetitive motion, vibration, and unsafe working conditions. Our Mississippi workers’ compensation lawyers help clients get the medical treatment and financial support they’re entitled to under the law.
What Kinds of Injuries Do Vibrating Tools Cause?
Tools that vibrate at high frequencies can damage blood vessels, nerves, and soft tissue in the palm. One of the most serious injuries is hypothenar hammer syndrome (HHS), a condition that disrupts blood flow by damaging the ulnar artery, which supplies blood to the hand and fingers.
According to research cited by Safety + Health Magazine, even one severe impact or repeated low-level trauma from a vibrating tool can lead to HHS. Left untreated, it can cause long-term issues, including pain, numbness, and reduced function.
Common Tools That Can Cause Palm Injuries
While any power tool with significant vibration can pose a risk, the following tools are frequently linked to hand and palm injuries:
- Jackhammers
- Power drills
- Belt sanders
- Chainsaws
- Grinders
- Rotary polishers
- Hedge trimmers
These tools are used across many industries, which puts a wide range of workers at risk.
Who Is Most at Risk?
Some of the jobs that most commonly involve vibrating tools include:
- Construction and demolition workers
- Auto mechanics and metalworkers
- Carpenters and machinists
- Bakers, butchers, and bricklayers
- Miners and lathe operators
Even workers in less physically intense roles can experience vibration-related injuries depending on the equipment they use daily.
Signs You May Have a Palm Injury
If you regularly use vibrating tools and start noticing symptoms in your hands or fingers, take it seriously. Common signs of vibration-induced palm injuries include:
- Numbness or tingling ("pins and needles")
- Increased sensitivity to cold
- Discoloration in fingers
- Pain in the palm, especially near the ring finger
- Difficulty gripping or holding objects
- Loss of strength or coordination in the hand
These symptoms can worsen over time and may signal long-term nerve or vascular damage. Always get checked out by a doctor and make sure they know about your work history.
Why You Need a Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Getting hurt on the job should qualify you for workers’ compensation, but that doesn’t mean your benefits will be paid fairly or on time. Many workers find that their claims are delayed, denied, or undervalued, especially when the injury develops gradually rather than from a single accident.
That’s where we come in.
At Tabor Law Firm, P.A., we know how to build strong, evidence-backed claims that connect your injury to your job duties. Whether you’re dealing with a hand injury, carpal tunnel, nerve damage, or another job-related condition, we’re here to fight for the medical treatment and income benefits you deserve.
We’ve recovered millions for Mississippi workers, including $3 million for a catastrophic workplace injury. Our team works with trusted medical professionals, gathers supporting evidence, and handles the paperwork so you can focus on healing.
Talk to a Mississippi Workers’ Comp Attorney Today
If you believe your palm injury is related to a vibrating tool or other equipment at work, don’t wait to take action. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the stronger your case will be.
Contact Tabor Law Firm, P.A. today to schedule your free consultation. Our offices are in Jackson and Ridgeland, and since we offer legal representation to injured workers on a contingency fee basis, there’s no fee unless we win your case.
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