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Are injuries which appear gradually over time, or occupational diseases, covered?

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Are injuries which appear gradually over time, or occupational diseases, covered?

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Yes. These are usually repetitive motion injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome. The law allows compensation for injuries that manifest themselves over time. Medical verification is needed to connect the work performed to the condition complained of. Occupational diseases are also covered under most states compensation acts.