Maison Law can help workers hurt in falls on the job file strong Workers’ Comp claims that often earn them more in benefits and allow them to count on benefit checks for much longer. If you have suffered a fall injury while working in Visalia or Tulare County, contact a Visalia Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for a free consultation.
Deciding Whether You Need a Lawyer for Your Case
If you suffer a serious injury due to a fall at your workplace, it’s a good indicator that you should have legal representation. A lawyer can often help boost the outcome of your Workers’ Comp claims if you’ve suffered something like a broken bone, a back or neck injury, a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), or any other serious wound.
If you suffer a permanent disability in a fall, it’s wise to have a lawyer fighting to make sure you receive everything you’ll need for the future.
A more serious wound and a longer period away from work will mean you’ll need more support to pay your medical bills and support your family. You’ll also likely need this support for longer. A skilled Visalia Fall Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyer files claims and provides powerful evidence and documentation on your behalf. This communicates the severity of your injury and helps Workers’ Comp administrators determine a fair amount for your benefit checks.
Victims always have the right to file their own claims, but a skilled Tulare County Workers’ Comp attorney is often able to secure much more, especially when a serious injury is involved.
The guidebook provided by the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) also explains that you should consider hiring a lawyer if you believe your employer or a claims administrator is treating you unfairly. The department also recommends seeking legal counsel if your employer threatens you. These threats are illegal and can result in harsh legal penalties and awards for you.
Winning Support for Visalia Fall Victims Hurt On The Job
The DIR Injured Worker’s Handbook goes over all the different types of support available through a claim.
Your attorney would be demanding this support and more:
- Support to pay all medical bills for months or years if necessary.
- Temporary Disability Benefits to restore a portion of the paychecks workers lose while at home and down with an injury.
- Permanent Disability Benefits, including lifelong support if victims come away with an injury they will never fully recover from.
- Money to pay for training and education for a new career if victims can’t perform their old work duties.
Victims can also receive money to pay for therapy and treatment to deal with lingering pain, chronic pain, and any arthritis that develops.
They should also gain support to pay for mental healthcare. A major injury can truly change a victim’s life. They may not be able to go to work or enjoy family outings. Victims may have to give up their favorite hobbies. They can lose their enjoyment of life and need help coping with a new lifestyle.
At Maison Law, we never want to see clients facing these challenges alone and not being able to afford the therapy they need to overcome an injury and rebuild their lives.
Fall Dangers in Tulare County Workplaces
Martin Gasparian, the founder of Maison Law, continues to protect workers in the Central Valley when they are hurt in unsafe working conditions.
That can include workers forced to work above high above the ground or floor without proper safety precautions in place.
Maison Law can help workers hurt while performing these jobs and others around Visalia:
- Farmworkers hurt while working in barns and silos
- A fall off a tractor or another piece of farm equipment
- Construction workers hurt after falls from platforms and roofs
- Warehouse workers
- Painters and Window Washers
- Any worker injured in slip-and-falls after falling on slick spots or tripping over debris
- A fall down stairs with hazardous obstacles or broken handrails
- A fall from a loading dock
- A fall from a bucket truck
- A fall from scaffolding, possibly involving painters, window washers, or orchard workers
- Workers hurt while working at great heights without safety equipment and training provided
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my family ask for support from Workers’ Comp if a loved one suffers a fatal fall on a job?
Yes. Families can file for death benefits with California’s Division of Workers’ Compensation. They could receive weekly checks based on how many dependents a worker had at the time of death. The employer is also required to pay funeral expenses up to a certain limit.
When are the deadlines for filing a Workers’ Comp Claim in California?
Injured workers have up to 30 days to report an injury to an employer. The employer should give victims a DWC 1 form within one working day of reporting the injury. Then, victims have one year from the date of the accident to file a claim with California Workers’ Comp. The employer should help with this filing process.
Can I receive Workers’ Comp Benefits if I’m not a U.S. Citizen?
Workers in California are eligible for Workers’ Comp support regardless of their citizenship or immigration status. With a serious injury involved, a Maison Law attorney may be able to get them much more in support to last over their entire recovery. A lawyer is also a strong protection when employers threaten to report victims to immigration officials. These actions are illegal in California, and Maison Law would be ready to file lawsuits against employers. Employers can receive penalties and be forced to fully compensate injury victims.
Reach Out to a Visalia Fall Injury Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Contact Maison Law to set up a free, no-obligation consultation after you’ve suffered a serious fall while working. It’s a no-obligation, confidential way to find out what your case may be worth and how to hold your employer responsible.
The important thing for you to remember is that having a skilled attorney won’t cost you anything right now. Maison Law works on a contingency basis. It means we don’t get paid unless we win your Workers’ Comp case for you. Then our fee comes out of the money your employer’s Worker Comp insurer must award you.
