Occupational Diseases
Workers' Compensation ● Occupational IllnessIf you have an occupational illness, Kansas Workers' Comp laws provide for medical treatment and replacement of your lost income. An occupational illness is one common among workers in specific occupations. Examples of this are asbestosis among asbestos workers, carpal tunnel syndrome in computer operators, or black lung disease among miners. Because many of these illnesses take many years to develop, the deadlines that exist for Workers' Compensation injury claims do not apply for occupational illness claims. 
If you believe you are suffering from an occupational illness, consult an experienced workers' compensation lawyer to learn about your options. At my law offices, my legal team and I have more than 18 years of experience helping workers obtain benefits. Put that experience to work for you. Contact me, Roger Riedmiller, Attorney at Law, to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your workplace injury claim. Occupational IllnessMy occupational illness clients have included agricultural employees, airplane industry employees, and plastics factory workers. Many of them have suffered from illnesses caused by exposure to chemicals, sealants and cleaners, mold, and pesticides. Chronic asthma, cancers, chronic bronchitis, various lung problems, pulmonary obstructive disease (POD), and restrictive airway disease are frequent consequences of constant exposure to airborne substances in the workplace. How a Workers' Comp Attorney Can HelpBecause it frequently develops over many years, occupational illness is often difficult to prove. It is critical to have expert medical advice to sort out all the factors involved in the onset of these illnesses. Such experts know how to use and interpret specialized tests, such as the lung capacity test, which is both a diagnostic tool, and allows for documentation of disability caused by the illness. At my law firm, I consult with a large network of medical specialists who can provide experts treatment and document the occupational illness, strengthening the workers' compensation claim. Contact an Experienced Occupational Illness LawyerAn employee with a work-related illness is entitled to medical care and replacement for lost wages. My legal team and I make every effort to protect employee rights and be sure that our occupational illness clients receive the benefits mandated by law. Contact me, Roger Riedmiller, Attorney at Law, to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your occupational illness claim. Roger A. Riedmiller, Attorney at Law |
