South Jersey Work Illness Lawyer

Seasoned South Jersey Work Illness Lawyer Fights for the Rights of Victims of Occupational Illnesses in Camden County, Burlington County, and Throughout NJ

Being afflicted with a work illness can be just as devastating as being injured in an accident at work. In many cases, you have been exposed to hazardous conditions at work for months or even years by the time you start experiencing symptoms of your work illness. Because proving that a medical condition was caused by your job can be difficult, you need an experienced South Jersey work illness lawyer from Gelman Law, LLC to ensure you have the best chance at securing fair and full compensation for your work illness.

Founding attorney David Gelman and his team know that pursuing a legal claim can be intimidating for our clients who are already focused on treating and recovering from a debilitating medical condition. We can help you understand your options and explain what to expect at every stage of your case. You can also rest assured that we will put in our full effort to pursue the best possible outcome for you in your case. 

Don’t wait another day to start pursuing the compensation you deserve when you have suffered from a work illness or work-related medical condition. Contact us for a free initial case evaluation to learn more about your rights and options. 

What Are Examples of Work Illnesses That Employees Commonly Suffer?

A work illness is a medical condition that is caused by the conditions of one’s job, such as the tasks and duties that one must perform during the day, or things that a worker is exposed to on the job. Common examples of work illnesses that can support an employee’s claim to workers’ compensation benefits include:

• Repetitive motion/stress injuries, caused by repeatedly making the same motion or movement throughout the workday. Repetitive stress injuries can lead to chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, hernias, arthritis, and degenerative disc disease
• Hearing loss, caused by regular exposure to loud noises without proper hearing protection
• Skin disorders, which can be caused by exposure to chemicals, allergens, or other substances. Examples of common skin disorders caused by work include contact dermatitis, rashes, hives, and eczema
• Respiratory problems, which can result from workers breathing in hazardous air due to a lack of respiratory protection equipment or independent air sources. Common respiratory illnesses caused by work include asbestosis, asthma, tuberculosis, pneumonitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Cancer, which can result from long-term exposure to carcinogenic sources, including asbestos, mercury, lead, or radioactive materials. Common work-related cancers include lung cancer, skin cancer, leukemia, and mesothelioma
• Viral and bacterial infections acquired at work, such as Legionnaires’ disease

Because work illnesses typically develop over a long period, it can be difficult for a worker to prove that they acquired their illness at work and not from other sources outside of work. That’s why it is important to hire a skilled South Jersey work illness lawyer to help you build a persuasive, effective claim. 

How a South Jersey Work Illness Lawyer Can Thoroughly Pursue Your Legal Options to Seek Maximum Compensation for You

If your workers’ compensation claim for your work illness was denied by your employer or their workers’ compensation attorney, you still have rights and options. While the workers’ compensation process can seem complex and intimidating when you are trying to prove that your medical condition or illness is work-related, a South Jersey work illness lawyer from Gelman Law, LLC can advocate for your rights and interests by:

• Thoroughly investigating the circumstances of your work injury to obtain evidence and documentation to support your claim that your medical condition was caused by your job. 
• Working with industrial and medical experts when needed to help build a strong, persuasive case to prove your right to compensation. 
• Filing your claims with your employer, or if necessary pursuing a formal claim petition with the state and aggressively pursuing fair and full workers’ compensation benefits or a negotiated settlement if appropriate.
• Pursuing your rights and options through to the end of the legal process. 

You can trust that our firm will not rest until we have secured the maximum compensation possible in your case. Workers’ compensation benefits that may be available to you may include:

• Payment of your reasonable and necessary medical treatment
• Partial wage replacement for missed work
• Disability benefits
• Vocational rehabilitation services

Call Gelman Law, LLC Today for a Free, No-Obligation Consultation With q Top-Rated South Jersey Work Illness Lawyer to Learn More about Your Legal Rights and Options When You Have Suffered a Work Illness

If you are suffering from an illness or medical condition that you believe was caused by or is connected to your work, contact Gelman Law, LLC for a free case review to speak with a South Jersey work injury lawyer about what our firm can do to help you pursue financial benefits and compensation needed for your recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Work Illnesses in Camden County, Burlington County, and Throughout NJ