You are not alone. In 2003, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported
that during 1992-1999 over 80,000 amputations were performed as a result
of workplace injuries.
This site is designed to help inform on topics of interest to amputees. Most amputees will find their support mechanisms to get through the stages of coping (for more detail, see the "emotional impact" section). It's important to understand that you are not alone. There are millions of amputees in this country who have gone through what you are going through, and learned to cope. Take strength from your resources and loved ones, and know that you, like the vast majority of amputees in this country, can lead a healthy, peaceful and productive live. Not only is there life after amputation, but it can be a satisfying and fruitful one for amputees and their loved ones.
Amputation Prevalence, Types and Causes
There are thousands of amputations performed every year in the U.S. The most common kind is partial hand amputation. Other types of amputations include arm, wrist, finger, foot, waist and leg amputations. Amputations can include the removal of the entire limb, or part of the limb.
Traumatic amputations often occur as the result of a work related accident, such as
Operating Heavy Machinery
Using Saws
Using Farm Equipment
Construction Work (either in and Industry or while in a facility)
Traumatic amputations can also occur from non-work related accidents, such as
Go with experience. The personal injury lawyers at Ryan A. Foster & Associates, PLLC are experienced attorneys in representation of people that have wrongfully suffered an amputation.
There are different types of injury claims that may be available for injured workers and amputees, including:
Claims Against Companies that do not Employ Them
3rd Party Claims (Faulty Equipment)
Lawsuit for an Unnecessary Amputation
Worker's Compensation
For example, if an employee is injured on the job due to faulty supervision by an outside company or due to faulty equipment then the employee may have additional claims for compensation. Let Ryan A. Foster and Associates, PLLC help you get the compensation you deserve. If you would like a free legal claim evaluation, please contact Ryan A.
Foster & Associates, PLLC by clicking here.
Amputee Injury Contact Form
If you have undergone an amputation as result of
a workplace or traumatic event and would like to receive a FREE claim evaluation by Ryan A. Foster & Associates, PLLC, please fill out the following form (U.S. only please):
= Required