Work stress claim
San Diego work stress claim attorney
Work-related psychological injuries are real, and they can qualify for workers' compensation. We help workers pursue these claims, which face a higher legal bar.
Help with a work stress claim
A work-related psychological injury can leave you temporarily or permanently unable to work, and you may be entitled to medical care, ongoing treatment, and disability benefits. We help you pursue these benefits and hold the insurer to the rules.
Psychological claims are reviewed more closely than physical injury claims, because they often rely heavily on the worker's own account. Careful documentation and medical support make a real difference.
The California standard
California sets a higher bar for psychiatric claims. In general, the actual events of your employment must be the predominant cause of your psychological injury, which usually means showing that work, rather than personal life, is responsible for most of the harm. We help you build and present that evidence.
Common questions
Work stress claim FAQs
Can I get workers' compensation for work stress?
Yes, California recognizes psychiatric injuries in workers' compensation, but they face a higher standard than physical injuries. Generally, work events must be the predominant cause of the condition.
What does predominant cause mean?
In general, it means the actual events of your employment are responsible for more than half of the cause of your psychological injury. Because this is a high bar, documentation and medical support are important.
How long do I have to file?
Psychiatric claims have timing rules tied to when you knew or should have known the condition was work related. Because this can be complicated, contact us early. [CONFIRM: confirm deadlines for your specific claim]
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What our clients say
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Patrick assisted me in my case for over two years. He fought for me to obtain a very excellent settlement and treated me like a family member. I will absolutely use his services again and recommend him to my friends and family. Thank you, H&H team.
Mr. Patrick is an excellent attorney. Great communication, and he explains the process. He always responded promptly and worked around my work schedule. I was rear-ended by an underinsured motorist, but he still got me outstanding medical care and a settlement. Highly recommend!
If anyone is looking for an attorney with your best interest in mind, Mr. Patrick is your guy. I was hit by a cement truck. He sent me to some of the best providers in San Diego, everyone was responsive and professional, and he helped me get a great settlement I was happy with.
I had no idea how I was going to handle my burn injury claim, so I reached out to Hollingsworth & Hollingsworth. I'm really glad I did. From the very beginning they went above and beyond. The team is understanding and empathetic, and they delivered a huge settlement for my injuries.
A great option if you're looking for a caring and passionate attorney for a work injury or workers' compensation case. I hired them for my ankle and foot injury. They responded very quickly and settled my case. Thanks.
Honest, accurate, and smart. I would definitely use their services again and refer my friends and family. Wonderful consultation and resolutions.
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