Most people don’t realize how physically demanding a security guard’s job can be—especially those protecting high-security government buildings or financial institutions in Washington, D.C.
Many of these guards are Special Police Officers. Their duties go far beyond standing watch. They apprehend and detain criminals, respond to threats, and protect workers and property from danger. The job often requires physical fitness tests and firearm qualifications every six months—this is not sitting behind a desk watching people sign in.
It means standing and patrolling for long hours, wearing heavy protective gear, and at times, running after and restraining people who pose a threat.
M.G. (not his real initials) spent 18 years in the Army as a Military Policeman before becoming a Special Police Officer guarding the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. He knew the demands of the job well.
One night, M.G. slipped and fell in the dark while on duty. His back pain was immediate and intense. Despite visits to his doctor, medication, and physical therapy, the pain never subsided. An MRI revealed multiple herniated discs in his lower back.
He was referred to a top neurosurgeon at MedStar Hospital Center, who determined he needed back surgery and warned that continuing in his line of work wasn’t realistic due to the physical strain.
After a long recovery and dedicated rehabilitation, M.G. learned he wouldn’t be able to return to work as a Special Police Officer.
Our firm helped M.G. maintain his workers’ compensation benefits while he couldn’t work and secured a strong settlement for his career-ending injury.
Just as importantly, we helped him plan for the future. M.G. had several great ideas for starting a small business that would fit his physical limitations and still allow him to thrive.
That’s what we do at Donahoe Kearney—help people with serious injuries not only get the benefits and compensation they deserve, but also look ahead to what comes next.
Get Help After a Serious Work Injury in Washington, D.C.
If you’re a security guard or Special Police Officer dealing with a serious back injury like a herniated disc, you don’t have to face it alone. The physical demands of your job make recovery difficult—and getting the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve isn’t always easy.
Don’t try to handle it on your own. Call us today at 202-393-3320 or schedule a time that works for you. We’ll take care of the legal stress so you can focus on getting better.
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