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Injury Prevention for Tech Workers

Workplace injuries aren’t always preventable, but there are a few simple steps you can take to keep yourself healthy. If you’re a tech worker in San Jose, the work-related injuries you’ll have to watch out for include repetitive strain injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.

How to Avoid the Most Common Workplace Injuries

Adjust your chair so that your feet lie flat on the floor, and scoot back in your seat so that your back is fully supported. You can also prevent workplace injuries by using arm or wrist rests, placing paperwork in document holders, and keeping your computer screen just below eye level.

About the Author

Gerald Scher, Attorney at Law

Gerald “Jerry” Scher is a San Jose personal injury attorney with over 30 years of experience. A graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law, he has secured settlements from $5,000 to $1.5 million in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Jerry is a member of the American Bar Association and Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association.