An occupational illness is a disease or medical condition that you would not have had but for the conditions at your workplace. Chronic carpal tunnel syndrome, hypertension, and COPD due to breathing in toxic fumes are just a few types of occupational illnesses Florida workers contract. You’re eligible for workers’ compensation benefits to cover all necessary medical care, and you may be eligible for other forms of compensation, as well. Our Hendry County, FL occupational illness compensation lawyer can help you understand your rights. Call the Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt today for a consultation.
Occupational Illness Compensation Lawyer Hendry County, FL
Workplace-related illnesses often result in lasting health problems, as many are due to toxic exposure or conditions that aren’t easily changed in the job, such as sitting for prolonged periods of time (as you would as a commercial driver), repetitive motions, or excessive noise. Staying in your job after developing a medical condition caused by its conditions is dangerous for your long-term health and could render whatever treatments you’re undergoing ineffective.
Florida workers’ compensation benefits cover occupational illnesses, those caused by your workplace conditions. It’s not uncommon for an insurance company to claim that your condition was caused by other environmental factors, or was a pre-existing condition you had before starting your job. Seeking a second opinion from a doctor who specializes in the type of disease you have can help draw an authoritative link between your workplace and your medical condition.
Our Hendry County occupational illness compensation lawyer helps you get the documentation you need to secure the full complement of benefits available under Florida workers’ compensation, including ongoing medical care. As experienced workplace injury attorneys, we understand the insurance company requirements and can liaise with your treatment team to ensure that your case is sound and based on medical recommendations. If your claim is denied or minimized, we can initiate an appeal or even litigation, if necessary. You’ve worked hard and don’t deserve to be ill and suffer. Our team works hard to get you the benefits you’re entitled to.
Why Our Experience Matters For Your Occupational Disease Claim
Getting benefits for ongoing medical care, which can stretch far into the future, can be difficult; insurance companies want to pay injured workers like you as little as possible. As former insurance company defenders, our Hendry County occupational illness compensation lawyer understands how to overcome objections insurance adjusters raise. We’re committed to getting you the full compensation you deserve.
- Our lawyers have secured over $300 million in compensation for injured clients like you
- 10.0 rating on AVVO, rated Best Lawyers for Workers’ Compensation
- Proud members of the Proof of Law Network professional organization
- Firm lead attorney Judd Koening’s experience as a former insurance defense lawyer has given him deep insight into how the other side thinks
Have you developed a disease or medical condition you otherwise wouldn’t have, but for your working conditions? Call the Law Offices of Franks, Koenig & Neuwelt today to learn your legal options.