Fresno Workers' Compensation Attorney

Helping You Pursue the Workers' Comp Benefits You Deserve

If you have been injured on the job, you may be in a highly precarious position. Under state law, you are entitled to claim workers' compensation benefits to pay for any necessary medical treatment, in addition to wage replacement to cover the period of a temporary or permanent disability. In practice, many workers who have been hurt while performing their job duties are mistreated by the system and forced to accept less compensation than they deserve, while many others are even denied benefits outright. Not everyone needs legal representation, but if you are serious about protecting your right to full benefits, it is in your best interests to retain a Fresno workers' compensation attorney to guide you through the process and advocate for you.

Come to The Law Office of Wm. Todd Berry, APC, where we have more than 70 years of combined experience helping injured employees from all walks of life. Our team includes a retired workers' compensation judge. We will stand by you throughout your claim, helping you navigate the complex bureaucratic system and working tirelessly to help you recover the amount you deserve. Contact us today for an initial consultation, to determine what your claim for benefits should be worth and to learn more about how we can help.

Types of Injuries
Workers' compensation benefits are available for all injuries sustained on the job, including those that occur from a single incident and those that result from repetitive stress or strain, as well as occupational diseases and chemical exposure. Injuries to the spinal cord and joints are common, but coverage is broad and inclusive. Read more about types of injuries…

Rights of Injured Workers
When you have been hurt while performing your employment duties, you are entitled to claim workers' compensation benefits from your employer. Workers' comp includes coverage for necessary medical treatment and wage compensation during recovery. You have a right to be treated fairly and not to be subjected to unnecessary delays in the process of claiming benefits. Read more about the rights of injured workers…

Workers' Compensation Process
The first thing you must do after being injured on the job and receiving any emergency medical treatment is to file a report with your employer. It is in your best interests to retain an attorney from the beginning of the process, to maximize your chances of receiving the full benefits you deserve. Read more about the workers' compensation process…

Benefits of Workers' Compensation
Our state's workers' compensation program makes it possible for injured workers to receive compensation for medical treatment and lost wages without the necessity of proving employer negligence as in a personal injury lawsuit. It offers a degree of security in the event of an injury that would not otherwise be available. Read more about the benefits of workers' compensation…

Temporary Disability
Workers whose injuries will not prevent them from eventually returning to the job will typically receive temporary disability payments, which are normally calculated at two-thirds of your average pre-tax wages at the time of the injury. Statutory minimum and maximum figures may affect the amount you receive. They will continue until you achieve the maximum medical improvement. Read more about temporary disability…

Permanent Disability
If your doctor's medical prognosis of your injury indicates that your injury has unalterably affected your ability to work, you should be eligible to receive permanent disability payments. An attorney from our firm can take actions to protect your right to receive such payments, as well as to maximize the amount you are awarded. Read more about permanent disability…

Workers' Compensation Settlements
Depending on the nature and extent of your injury and the circumstances of your case, you may either receive periodic payments or a single lump-sum settlement. It is important to have an attorney to advocate for you, to increase the likelihood that you will receive a large enough settlements to meet your needs. Read more about workers' compensation settlements…

Types of Workers' Compensation Settlement
A workers' compensation beneficiary will generally either receive a settlement in a single payout or in regular payments, depending on factors such as the duration of benefits. An attorney from our firm can explain your options and help you pursue the plan which best suits your situation. Read more about types of workers' compensation settlement…

Denial of Workers' Compensation
The workers' compensation program provides a high level of financial security an employee whose livelihood has been threatened by an injury, and it is a major improvement over the previous system, but it is not perfect. Countless workers with valid claims are denied benefits every year, often due to simple mistakes in the application process. Read more about denial of workers' compensation…

Employer's Responsibilities
Your employer has a duty to treat you fairly throughout the process of delivering your workers' compensation benefits, and cannot fire you in retaliation for filing a claim. The Division of Workers' Compensation regulates employers in our state and takes action to correct injustices on behalf of injured workers. Read more about employer's responsibilities…

When you have been injured on the job, contact a Fresno workers' compensation lawyer from our firm for dedicated legal representation to help you claim the benefits you deserve.