Many in the Los Angeles area are employed in the aviation industry. No matter what particular role they fill, all aviation workers could theoretically be hurt in workplace accidents.
Perhaps this has already happened to you. If so, you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits so that you don’t have to absorb the cost of your medical bills and other losses you’ve incurred as a result of your injuries.
Learn more by reviewing your case with a Los Angeles aviation workplace injury attorney. A member of our team at the Law Offices of Kropach & Kropach can optimize your chances of arriving at a fair settlement with the insurance company.
You already know it’s possible for those who work in the aviation industry to be harmed in crashes. However, many of the injuries aviation workers sustain develop over years as a result of wear and tear. Aviation workers like mechanics, builders, and technicians may develop such injuries as:
Aviation workers in a variety of roles can also sustain acute injuries resulting from accidents. Examples of such injuries include (but aren’t limited to):
This isn’t an exhaustive list. If you work in this field and you’ve been injured at work, or you’ve developed a health condition you believe is related to your work, schedule a consultation at our Los Angeles aviation workplace injury law firm.
Aviation workers can sustain injuries for many reasons. Examples include:
Research also indicates that flight attendants may struggle with weakened immune systems as they adapt to traveling constantly. This, combined with the fact that they work in enclosed environments where the indoor air quality may not be ideal, can increase their chances of contracting illnesses.
California law requires employers to purchase workers’ compensation insurance. If you’re an aviation worker who’s been injured in a work-related accident or who’s developed a health condition due to the nature of your work, you can seek financial compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and potentially certain other economic losses by filing a claim for workers’ compensation benefits.
Strongly consider enlisting the help of a lawyer when doing so. A Los Angeles aviation workplace injury attorney can assist you by:
When a Los Angeles aviation workplace injury attorney with the Law Offices of Kropach & Kropach is handling your claim, you also have more time to devote to focusing on your recovery. Learn about what we can do for you by contacting us online or calling us at 818-609-7005.