Many California employees suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, or CTS. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that may be caused by repeatedly performing stressful motions with your hand or holding your hand in the same position for long periods of time. CTS specifically affects the sensitive nerves of and the blood supply that feeds the hands and wrists. Your employer cannot discriminate against you if your CTS has been determined to be a disability.

Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome often include frequent burning, tingling, or itching numbness in the palm of the hand and the fingers, especially your thumb and index and middle fingers. Usually your dominant hand is affected first and produces the most severe pain. The risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome is especially common in those employees performing assembly line work such as manufacturing, sewing, finishing, cleaning, and meat, poultry, or fish packing.

If your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome has been confirmed as a disability and you feel your employer has discriminated against you as a result of your disability, the experienced employment attorneys at Law Offices of David H. Greenberg might be able to assist you in protecting your rights. If you are a CA employee, call us now at the Law Offices of Law Offices of David H. Greenberg at 1-888-204-1014 for a free consultation regarding your legal rights and to hear how one of our experienced employment lawyers may be able to help you.