Were You Hurt On A Farm Near Modesto?
The soil around Modesto is rich. Unfortunately, when farm and ranch workers are injured, they can quickly become poor. Medical expenses and other bills pile up, and without an income, it can seem impossible to make ends meet.
The good news is that most people who are hurt on the job can seek workers’ compensation benefits. The Law Office of Gary C. Nelson can help you with this. With more than 30 years of experience, our local law firm has the skill to make a difference for you.
We are a local law firm that helps individuals injured at agricultural sites with Workers’ Compensation claims in Modesto and elsewhere in Stanislaus County.
Did you know? Even undocumented workers can seek benefits. Under California law, you are not allowed to be deported for filing a workers’ compensation claim. It should not affect your immigration status in any way.
From Overturned Tractors To Heat Stroke, California Workers’ Comp Covers You
If your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance, it doesn’t matter what kind of accident occurred or what type of injury you suffered.
Let our experienced lawyers help you pursue these benefits. We handle agricultural accidents involving:
- Tractors that tip over, crushing or trapping the worker
- Falls from grain bins, ladders, barn roofs and other structures
- Machinery accidents, such as getting an arm caught in a farm auger
- Suffocation from lack of oxygen in silos or grain bins
- Heatstroke or heat exhaustion from working in the sun
- Hearing loss from exposure to high levels of machinery noise
- Pesticides and exposure to toxic chemicals
- Repetitive stress and overextension injuries
It doesn’t even matter if you were injured the very first day on the job. You still have the right to medical care and other benefits.
Agricultural Workers’ Compensation FAQs
These are a few questions the firm hears consistently from clients:
Do agricultural workers in California qualify for workers’ comp?
Yes, California agricultural workers are typically eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. They can qualify for benefits regardless of immigration status and agricultural employers in the state are legally required to carry some form of workers’ compensation insurance.
Can undocumented farmworkers receive benefits?
Yes, undocumented farmworkers can typically receive workers’ compensation benefits in California. However, undocumented workers are typically excluded from any federal insurance coverage.
What if my employer doesn’t carry workers’ comp insurance?
If your agricultural employer does not carry workers’ compensation insurance in California, you can file a claim with the Uninsured Employers Benefits Trust Fund (UEBTF), which can pay benefits and pursue legal action against the employer for damages.
What benefits can I receive for a farm-related injury?
The benefits you can typically receive include:
- Medical care
- Wage replacement
- Disability coverage (temporary or permanent)
- Death benefits
- Occupational retraining
The types of benefits you need can depend on your injury, how severe it is and the type of treatments you need to address it.
You’re Not Alone – Call For A Free Consultation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 100 farm workers like you are injured on the job every day. You’re not alone, and you do have rights. Learn more by calling The Law Office of Gary C. Nelson for a free consultation today: 209-222-4089. You can also reach our Modesto attorneys by email. We’re here to help.