Should I Hire an Attorney for my COVID-19 Workers' Comp. Case?
An executive order issued in early May by California Governor, Gavin Newsom, made it easier to file COVID-19 (coronavirus) workers’ compensation claims.
If you have reported to work at any time since the beginning of California's stay at home order and have tested positive for COVID-19, you can now file a workers’ compensation claim - regardless of the type of job you have.
Reasons To Hire An Attorney
Answer the following questions to determine whether you should consider hiring an attorney for your COVID-19 workers’ compensation case.
Were you hospitalized due to severe COVID-19 symptoms?
Did you require the use of a ventilator during your hospitalization?
Have you recovered, but worry you may have long term effects tied to your illness? These can include:
Lung scarring
Heart problems
Kidney damage
Secondary complications caused by hospitalization
Do you require rehabilitation or physical therapy to continue your recovery?
Has the experience caused mental health problems, such as: anxiety, depression, or PTSD?
Did a family member die from their COVID-19 complications?
Was your coronavirus workers’ compensation case denied?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, you may benefit from engaging a workers’ compensation attorney.
Why Hire An Attorney?
Individuals who experience minor COVID-19 symptoms will likely not require an attorney to receive the benefits they deserve. However, for those who experience more severe cases should hire a Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist to represent their case long term.
One of the major benefits of hiring an attorney is the ‘future medical benefits’ we can secure for our clients. Because the medical and scientific community is not yet sure what long term effects this illness may have on individuals, this becomes an important component of your settlement.
In addition, if your coronavirus-related claim was denied - regardless of the severity of your symptoms - you should consider engaging a workers’ compensation attorney.
How to Get Started
At Cole, Fisher, Cole, O’Keefe + Mahoney, your case remains our top priority during this unprecedented global crisis. Our initial consultation is free, and you can meet with one of our attorneys from the safety of your own home via video conferencing. We can also process your claim paperwork and obtain your electronic signature without ever needing to meet face-to-face. Schedule a FREE consultation today.
Cole, Fisher, Cole, O’Keefe + Mahoney is Central California’s leading workers’ compensation and social security disability law firm. With over 30 years of successful experience, we are committed to securing maximum benefits for our clients in the Fresno, California area.
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