Louisiana workers’ compensation insurance provides financial benefits to injured employees or their surviving family members.
What Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?
Louisiana workers’ compensation insurance covers various illnesses and injuries that occur in the workplace. Covered workers’ compensation injuries include, but are not limited to:
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Fractured and broken bones
- Exacerbated pre-existing conditions, such as worsened back pain due to heavy lifting
- Muscle tears and strains
- Repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel, back strain, and tendinitis
- Disfigurement, burn injuries, and amputation
- Punctures, cuts, and lacerations
- Nerve damage
- Hearing and vision loss
- Occupational diseases from exposure to harmful chemicals
Workers’ compensation may cover dog bite injuries in Louisiana under specific circumstances. If an employee is bitten by a dog while performing work-related duties, they may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. A Lafayette dog bite lawyer from our team will review your options for financial recovery if you were in this situation.




























































