Workers' Compensation and Workplace Injuries Attorney in California

Law Office of Thomas M. DeBenedetto

2667 Camino Del Rio S., Suite 108A San Diego, California 92108 USA

 (619) 618-2991 or (888) 366-2431

www.workerinjurysandiego.com
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At the Law Office of Thomas M. DeBenedetto, we use our experience to get compensation for injured workers in San Diego County, California. No matter what type of work-related injury you have suffered, we will work to get workers' compensation benefits for you.

If you have been injured at work, you have the right to receive benefits. It's that simple. Unfortunately, the system you need to go through to get those benefits is anything but simple. It's extremely complex, and your employer and the workers' comp insurance company will fight you every step of the way. You need a lawyer on your side who can even the odds and fight back. You will find that lawyer in Thomas M. DeBenedetto.

If you have been denied workers' compensation benefits for any reason, there is no reason to give up. We can help. Our experience means we are ready to take on even the most challenging cases and fight any denial in benefits. We have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured workers. Our success is based on our experience, our knowledge and our willingness to be aggressive. If the insurance company refuses to do what is right, we will take the matter to court.

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- Workers' Compensation

Victims of work injuries in California are entitled to a variety of benefits. At the San Diego Law Office of Attorney Thomas M. DeBenedetto, we are committed to helping you get all of the workers' compensation benefits you are entitled to, regardless of the injury you have suffered. Have you been the victim of a workplace injury? The Law Office of Thomas M. DeBenedetto can help you take the steps necessary to get the benefits you are entitled to. The first step, of course, is to file a workers' compensation claim. If you have reported your injury to your employer, but your employer hasn't filed a workers' compensation claim, we can file the claim for you. It is important to understand that employers are required to file a claim with their insurance carrier within 24 hours of an injury report. If they do not, they have failed to comply with the law. This is often a sign that they will try to avoid paying benefits.

- Denied Workers' Compensation Claims

Yes, filing a workers' compensation claim is an important first step, but it is not enough. We also file an application for adjudication of the claim. This is valuable for several reasons. It preserves the statute of limitations. More importantly, it gets a case number assigned. Having a case number is necessary to go to court for an expedited hearing or for any other type of courtroom procedure that may be necessary to get you the benefits you need. Filing a workers' compensation claim does not guarantee benefits. All too often, perfectly valid claims are denied by the workers' comp insurance company. That is no reason to give up. With nearly 20 years of experience on our side, we know the steps to take to overcome denied claims. We can help get you the benefits you deserve.

- Workplace Injuries

Attorney Thomas M. DeBenedetto represents construction workers, assembly workers, airport workers, office workers, nurses and anyone else who suffers an injury on-the-job. We have recovered compensation for people who have suffered: back injuries, neck injuries, feet and knee injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, hypertension and cardiac injuries, psychological injuries, vision and hearing loss, shoulder injuries, pulmonary injuries, mesothelioma from workplace asbestos exposure; and cancer and other illnesses caused by workplace chemical exposure.

- Hypertension and Cardiac Injuries

Victims of work injuries are entitled to workers' compensation for those injuries, but what about medical conditions that occur as a result of those injuries? If someone suffers a back injury at work, the back injury is covered. What about the hypertension or cardiac injuries caused by that worker's weight gain after a series of back surgeries force him or her to remain inactive for a number of months? Hypertension and cardiac injuries suffered as a result of another type of work injury are considered compensable consequences. Victims are entitled to compensation for these types of secondary medical conditions.

- Psychological Injuries

Workers' compensation claims related to psychological or psychiatric conditions are often quickly denied. They are unfairly dismissed. At the Law Office of Thomas M. DeBenedetto, we stand up to employers and insurance companies who deny these claims. We will fight to get you the compensation you are entitled to. We represent people in San Diego County, California, who have suffered work-related mental illnesses of all types, including: sleeping disorders, clinical depression and anxiety. Psychological overlay is the term used for a mental condition related to a physical injury. For example, if someone suffers a neck injury and the pain caused by the injury itself and its related surgeries cause lack of sleep, the sleeping disorder is considered a psychological overlay.

- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Employers and insurance companies consistently fail to recognize how serious carpal tunnel syndrome can be. Victims are often faced with multiple surgeries to repair the damage caused by this cumulative trauma disorder. Even after surgery, they may never be able to return to their previous line of work. Still, the victim is frequently offered a minimal amount of compensation, or completely denied. If you are denied benefits for your disability, you are not the first. Insurance companies frequently deny claims, hoping people will give up. You do not have to. We will stand by your side to help you fight for the benefits you are entitled to.

- Back Injury

Back injuries can have lifelong repercussions and may require multiple surgeries to correct. You need to get care from a doctor you can trust, not some doctor that the workers' compensation insurance company sends you to. You need to make certain you get the maximum wage benefits, including a cash settlement if your disability is permanent. The record we have built since our founding in 1992 speaks for itself. We have handled cases involving herniated discs, fractured spines and other back injuries, not to mention all other types of job injuries. We have built a record of success because we are willing to push and fight until you get all of the benefits you deserve.

- Foot or Knee Injury

Injuries to feet and knees are not insignificant by any means. In fact, the intricate nature of these joints means that multiple surgeries may be necessary. Even after surgeries, you could be left with lifelong problems. It is important to make sure you get treatment from an established doctor, not just the doctor your insurance company refers you to. It is also important to secure maximum wage benefits, including a cash settlement, if you have suffered a permanent disability. The record we have built since our founding in 1992 stands on its own. We have handled cases involving crushed feet and toes, torn ligaments, plantar fasciitis and other feet and knee injuries, not to mention all other types of work injuries.

- Neck Injury

If you have suffered a neck injury at work, you need to get treatment from a doctor you can depend on. You cannot settle for the insurance company's doctor. You deserve to get the maximum wage benefits, including a cash settlement if your injury is permanent. The record we have built since our founding in 1992 stands on its own. We have handled cases involving whiplash, fractured vertebrae and other neck injuries, not to mention all other types of job injuries. Our record of success is built on our willingness to push until we get results for you.

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