Decades of Workers' Compensation Experience in the Central Valley
Every year, workers across the country are either injured or develop conditions or other illnesses related to their job and duties they must regularly perform. While it might be relatively easier to notice and identify an injury one sustains from an accident, such as falling and breaking a leg, or sustaining a back injury from having to lift a particularly heavy box, the occupational illnesses and diseases workers develop on the job are oftentimes more difficult to pinpoint and understand. However, these illnesses are also covered by workers’ compensation, so it is crucial for every worker to understand that just because an ailment was not caused by a one-time incident does not mean you are not still entitled to these important benefits.
What is considered an occupational illness? These are generally defined as any sort of chronic ailment that a worker develops as a result of his or her job. It should also be identified as prevalent among a specific demographic of workers. That said, as long as the condition is directly related to the worker’s occupation, he or she can claim it under workers’ compensation to maintain a steady salary while having to take time off from work and to ensure all medical bills related to the ailment are covered.
If you developed an occupational illness due to your job duties or work environment, you could be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. At Berry, Smith & Bartell, a Professional Law Corporation, our team of Bakersfield workers’ compensation lawyers understand what our clients are going through, which is why we are committed to providing effective representation. Backed by over 60 years of combined experience, you can trust our established law firm to assist you in receiving the benefits you deserve.
Do not go through this difficult time on your own. Contact our office today at 1-800-848-6288 to schedule a free initial case consultation. You will not owe us any legal fees unless we win your case!
For a free case evaluation with Berry, Smith & Bartell, a Professional Law Corporation call 1-800-848-6288 today!
Decades of Workers' Compensation Experience in the Central Valley