Antelope Valley Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Pursue Benefits that Facilitate Your Physical & Financial Recovery
Each morning, millions of Californians clock into work and prepare for a typical day on the job. Sadly, quite a few of these hardworking employees will be injured in slip and fall accidents, motor vehicle collisions, incidents involving defective machinery, and more. Fortunately, you can file a workers’ compensation claim if you sustain an occupational injury or illness in the course of your duties.
It’s understandable to feel anxious if your injuries prevent you from working. You may even have apprehensions about filing a workers’ compensation claim due to pervasive – and baseless – rumors or misconceptions. Before you make any hasty decisions, contact the Antelope Valley workers’ compensation lawyers at The Bridgeford Law Office. Our knowledgeable legal team has over 75 years of collective legal experience and a comprehensive understanding of California’s workers’ compensation system. During your appointment, we can address your concerns and explain the breadth of your legal options. With our help, you can file an effective claim that provides you with essential benefits that facility your overall recovery process.
We proudly serve the following locations:
Contact The Bridgeford Law Office at (661) 771-3004 to seek legal advice today.
Retain the Services of Experienced Workers’ Compensation Specialists
In California, workers’ compensation is a state-regulated insurance program that functions as a “no fault” system. Businesses are legally required to offer workers’ compensation benefits to part-time, full-time, and seasonal employees. If a worker is injured on the job, the employer’s insurance company can pay for their medical treatments, lost wages, and more.
Workers’ compensation incorporates 5 different types of benefits:
- Medical benefits
- Temporary disability benefits
- Permanent disability benefits
- Supplemental job displacement benefits
- Death benefits
However, it’s not unusual for an employer or their insurance company to deny a workers’ compensation claim. After all, insurance companies aren’t in the business of losing money, and your employer probably doesn’t want to pay for increased premiums. Many employees feel unmoored and betrayed once their claims are denied. However, before you give up hope in your hour of need, turn to The Bridgeford Law Office. Two of our lawyers, Mark K. Bridgeford and Gary W. Allen, are Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialists who are ready and willing to fight for your right to benefits.
Workers’ compensation covers a variety of illnesses and injuries, including:
- Occupational illnesses and diseases
- Preexisting conditions exacerbated by work conditions
- Neck and spinal cord injuries
- Slip and fall injuries
- Joint conditions
- Hearing or vision loss
- Repetitive trauma injuries
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Job-related mental health conditions
You can protect your right to benefits by seeking medical attention as soon as you notice or acquire your occupational injury or illness. During your appointment, ask the doctor to add that your condition is work-related in your medical record. This record is vital evidence that can support your claim. You also need to give your employer a written notification of your medical condition. It’s imperative that you keep a signed and dated copy as proof. You can rely on our team to effectively guide you through each step of this multifaceted legal process.
Schedule a Consultation Today
The Antelope Valley workers’ compensation lawyers at The Bridgeford Law Office are proud to provide knowledgeable guidance and personalized legal services to the residents of Southern California. Please contact our firm if you have any questions or concerns about your legal rights or the workers’ compensation system.
Call The Bridgeford Law Office at (661) 771-3004 to schedule a case evaluation today.
