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4/21/2011
Corey Walker
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Job-Related Hearing Loss in Iowa

Some occupations have an increased risk of job-related hearing loss. When your employer failed to provide you with proper safety and preventative equipment to protect your hearing, you may be able to file an Iowa Workers' Compensation claim to account for the cost of your hearing loss treatments.

A Des Moines Workers' Compensation lawyer will work in your best interests to determine if you have a valid claim and pinpoint what types of benefits you may seek.

Many workers may not realize that when you're exposed to noise that is 85 decibels or louder for a prolonged period of time, your risk for tinnitus and hearing loss increases.

Tinnitus is a condition that causes you to experience noise within the ear, generally a ringing or swishing sound. While it is not serious, it can be a nuisance and may indicate hearing loss.

Hearing loss can be permanent if the nerve endings in the inner ear, called cilia, become damaged. This can be a result of constant exposure to noisy machines or equipment.

People with occupations in the construction or lumber industry are at an especially high risk of job-related hearing loss. While ear protection can help, you may still end with some level of hearing loss.

If you wish to file an Iowa Workers' Compensation claim for your job-related hearing loss, you should immediately consult with a Des Moines Workers' Compensation lawyer. 

Contacting a Des Moines Workers' Compensation Lawyer

The Des Moines Workers' Compensation lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair know the importance of protecting your work injury claim from the get-go. Learn more by ordering this FREE book; Iowa Workers' Compensation - An Insider's Guide to Work Injuries: 7 Deadly Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Hurt At Work or by calling 1-800-707-2552.



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