{"id":2275,"date":"2023-07-18T20:26:32","date_gmt":"2023-07-18T20:26:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/?p=2275"},"modified":"2026-04-07T15:38:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T15:38:32","slug":"professional-athletes-can-get-workers-compensation-benefits-just-like-any-other-worker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/professional-athletes-can-get-workers-compensation-benefits-just-like-any-other-worker\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional Athletes Can Get Workers&#8217; Comp Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Yes. Professional athletes in Washington, D.C. can qualify for workers\u2019 compensation benefits if they are hurt doing their job.<\/p>\n<p>That surprises a lot of people. Playing professional sports is still work. It is physically demanding, the injury risk is high, and one serious injury can affect an athlete\u2019s career, income, and long-term health.<\/p>\n<h2>How Workers Compensation Can Help Professional Athletes In DC<\/h2>\n<p>If a professional athlete gets hurt while playing, practicing, training, or otherwise doing the work required by the job, workers\u2019 compensation may help cover medical treatment and part of lost wages.<\/p>\n<p>In D.C., workers\u2019 compensation benefits are generally based on the injured worker\u2019s average weekly wage. That matters in any serious injury case, but it can be especially important for athletes whose income, roster status, or contract situation may change quickly.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Sports Injuries We Help With<\/h2>\n<p>Professional athletes put a lot on the line physically, and some injuries can affect far more than the rest of the season.<\/p>\n<p>We help people dealing with serious work-related sports injuries that may require extensive treatment, time away from the game, and a hard look at future earning ability.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"127\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\">Knee Injuries<\/strong><br data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"20\" \/>Knee injuries can include torn ACLs, meniscus tears, and other damage that makes it hard to return to play.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"286\"><strong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"150\">Shoulder Injuries<\/strong><br data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"153\" \/>Shoulder injuries can include torn rotator cuffs, labrum tears, dislocations, and other damage that affects training and competition.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"426\"><strong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"314\">Back And Neck Injuries<\/strong><br data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"317\" \/>Back and neck injuries can involve herniated discs, nerve pain, and trauma from contact or repetitive strain.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"529\"><strong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"445\">Head Injuries<\/strong><br data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"448\" \/>Head injuries can affect focus, memory, reaction time, and a safe return to play.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"675\"><strong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"573\">Fractures And Other Traumatic Injuries<\/strong><br data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"576\" \/>Broken bones, joint damage, and other serious injuries can lead to surgery, rehab, and missed time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"689\"><strong>Why Serious Sports Injuries Need Immediate Attention<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"689\">For many athletes, the real issue is not just missing time. A serious injury can affect a contract, future earnings, medical care, and what life looks like after the playing career ends.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"689\">In some cases, it can also mean surgery, long rehab, and fights over whether workers\u2019 compensation should approve the treatment that is needed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"689\">Attorney Frank Kearney talks more about that in the video below, including how surgery requests can be delayed or denied after a work injury in Washington, D.C.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fzaY2KGLRpk?si=ZAbswEhz5zNY7e6O\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"763\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">That is one reason these cases should be taken seriously from the start.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Professional athletes are still workers under the law<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Athletes are often treated differently in public conversation because people focus on the sport, the league, or the contract. But when the injury happens on the job, the workers\u2019 compensation question is still a work injury question.<\/p>\n<p>If the injury keeps the athlete from doing the job, the case needs to be looked at carefully and early.<\/p>\n<h2>Why These Cases Need Careful Attention<\/h2>\n<p>Workers\u2019 compensation cases involving professional athletes can be more complicated than people expect. Career length can be short. Income can change. The injury may affect both current earning ability and future opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>That is why it is important to look closely at how the claim is being handled, what medical treatment is being approved, and how wage loss is being calculated.<\/p>\n<h2>Talk To Attorney Frank Kearney About A Professional Athlete Workers Compensation Claim<\/h2>\n<p>If you are a professional athlete in D.C. and you suffered a serious sports injury, it is worth getting clear answers about your rights. Waiting too long or handling the claim without the right guidance can cost you treatment, income, and leverage.<\/p>\n<p>Attorney Frank Kearney is easy to talk to and has more than 30 years of experience helping injured people. If you have questions about a pro athlete workers\u2019 compensation claim in Washington, D.C., call now.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"4142\">Call <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"tel:202-393-3320\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>202-393-3320<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span> or book your free consultation here: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/clientexperience\/15min?month=2024-12\" data-start=\"4021\" data-end=\"4139\">Book Free Consultation<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><strong>Related Articles<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/waiting-to-get-a-workers-comp-lawyer-can-cost-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Waiting to Get a Workers\u2019 Comp Lawyer Can Cost You<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/3-ways-to-avoid-messing-up-your-case-after-a-torn-rotator-cuff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3 Ways to Avoid Messing Up Your Case After a Torn Rotator Cuff<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/d-c-workers-comp-wont-pay-unless-you-go-to-the-doctor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">D.C. 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