Queens Work Illness Lawyer
Have you developed an occupational illness? If your workplace has caused you to become ill, you can file a workers compensation claim to obtain benefits. And you can get help from a Queens work illness attorney at our firm.
Did you know your job can make you sick? It’s something a lot of people don’t think about until it happens to them. When you think of those affected by an occupational disease, you probably think of people who work in dangerous industrial jobs, but they aren’t the only ones who can develop a work-related illness.
Exposure to dangerous fumes or other substances can occur in all types of jobs—not just those that involve working with hazardous substances. If you believe your illness was a result of your employment, you can file a work comp claim to recover benefits. Contact a Queens work illness lawyer to discuss your case.
Types of Occupational Illnesses
There are many different ways you can obtain an occupational illness. The first and most common way is through exposure to dangerous substances, such as toxins, gases, solutions, and more. This exposure can make you sick over time, and the effects of exposure aren’t always easy to recognize right away.
Occupational diseases and illnesses can be difficult to file a workers compensation claim for because you might not have noticed your illness right away, and, in some circumstances, it may be difficult to pinpoint what caused the illness.
A good workers comp attorney can help you file your claim and gather evidence to prove that your illness occurred at work. Here’s a list of some common types of work-related diseases or illnesses in Queens workman’s comp claims:
- Lung disease
- Skin disease
- Radiation sickness
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Hearing loss
- Blindness
- Cancer
- Lead poisoning
When Does Work Comp Cover Illness in Queens?
Even if you’ve never filed a claim, you’ve probably heard of workers compensation. Work comp is meant to protect workers injured on the job, but it also protects workers who have developed or contracted a disease or illness because of the work they do.
Work comp covers any illness that results from your workplace or your work conditions. These claims are a little tougher to prove than on-the-job injury claims. But help from a workplace illness attorney in Queens can make the process of filing your claim much easier for you.
Speak with a Queens Work Illness Attorney
Exposure to chemicals, mold, or other hazardous substances can cause a workplace illness. It’s often difficult to prove that these illnesses are work-related. That’s why you may need the help of a qualified and experienced attorney.
We know you need to recover work comp benefits to provide for yourself and your family while you’re recovering from your illness. We will investigate your illness and gather evidence to prove that your illness is a result of your employment.
To reach a Queens work illness lawyer with Finkelstein, Meirowitz & Eidlisz, LLP, give us a call at 212-385-9190 or fill out the online contact form at the bottom of this page. We offer free consultations, so you can speak with an attorney free of obligation.