Psychiatric Injuries in San Jose, CA
Workers’ Compensation for Mental Health
It can be overwhelming to face the financial strains associated with a work injury. The loss of income and mounting medical bills make an already difficult situation even harder to manage. For other workers, constantly dealing with sexual harassment by an employer becomes intolerable. Still, others are extremely overworked and find it difficult to cope. These situations can result in serious psychiatric injuries.
At Scher, Bassett & Hames, we aggressively seek workers’ compensation benefits for those suffering from emotional injuries related to their jobs. We understand that it is difficult to recognize or admit that you may be suffering from psychiatric injuries, but overcoming this hurdle is a step in the right direction. When you come to us, we will work closely with you to get the help you need and the financial compensation you deserve.
We Offer Workers’ Compensation in San Jose, CA
It is overwhelming to face the financial strains associated with a work injury. The loss of income, combined with mounting medical bills, makes an already challenging situation more difficult to manage. For other workers, dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace is intolerable (even being asked out several times can cause mental stress). You might find it difficult to cope with being extremely overworked. If left unaddressed, these stressors result in serious psychiatric injuries. At Scher, Bassett & Hames, we aggressively seek workers’ compensation for mental health benefits in San Jose, CA. Those suffering from emotional injuries related to their jobs don’t need to worry. We understand it is difficult to recognize or admit you may be suffering from a psychiatric injury. A bigger question is, does workers’ compensation cover mental health disorders? The good news is it does. When you come to our Sunnyvale law office in the San Jose, CA area you’ll find a practice that works closely with you to get the help you need and the financial compensation you deserve.
Attorneys Serving the Bay Area Since 1955
Our lawyers are highly experienced in helping clients obtain much-needed workers’ compensation benefits. We know that many people face difficulty getting workers’ comp for emotional injuries, and we know what it takes to prove these cases. Some of the cases we handle include:
- Depression resulting from a physical injury at work
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) caused by a serious work accident
- Depression and other ailments that often result from the realization that a permanent disability may impair your ability to provide for your family
- Psychiatric injuries caused by repeated sexual harassment or other hostile working conditions
- Hypertension and stress due to overwork
Your first priority is to get the counseling or other health care services you need in order to get better. That is why we handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not have to pay us any attorney’s fees until we recover benefits for you.
We Win Favorable Mental Health Workers’ Comp Decisions
Your first priority is to get the counseling or other health care services you need to get better. That is why we handle these cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means you do not have to pay us any attorney’s fees until we recover benefits for you. Our lawyers are highly experienced in helping clients obtain much-needed workers’ compensation benefits. We know that many people face difficulty getting workers’ compensation for mental health, and we know what it takes to prove you are deserving of compensation. Some of the cases we handle include:
- Depression resulting from a physical injury at work
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) caused by a serious work accident
- Depression and other ailments resulting from a permanent disability that impairs your ability to provide for your family
- Psychiatric injuries caused by repeated sexual harassment or other hostile working conditions
- Hypertension and stress caused by overwork
What Permanent Disability Is and How it Relates to You
While California statutes don’t define the term permanent disability, our legal team argues on your behalf that you qualify for disability benefits based on established court precedents. For instance, we’re able to use past judgments to demonstrate your psychiatric injury prevents you from successfully carrying out your responsibilities. More importantly, we understand that California law is complicated regarding the establishment of permanent disability, and winning a workers’ compensation for a mental health claim is even more challenging. Fortunately, our legal staff has the necessary experience to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. When it comes to filing for workers’ compensation for a mental health issue, place your trust in our legal team.
Recognizing the Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
At Scher, Bassett & Hames, we take claims regarding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) very seriously. Regardless of the inciting incident, PTSD must be resolved quickly. The first step is to get help. Once you’ve done that, we can file a claim on your behalf that allows you to recover from the comfort and safety of your home while still earning money. Some signs and symptoms to look for include:
- Flashbacks to the inciting event
- Nightmares or bad dreams
- Frightening thoughts
- An inability to revisit physical locations associated with the event
- Restlessness
- Being easily startled and feeling tense and on edge
- Difficulty sleeping
- Anger management issues
- Loss of interest in activities you previously enjoyed
- And more
How Do I Know if I Have Work-Related Depression?
Just as with PTSD, work-related depression is a serious matter. If the condition is bad enough, it can keep you from functioning at work. When this happens, you need a team of lawyers in your corner who ensure you receive the monetary compensation you need and also protect your status at work. Scher, Bassett & Hames handles workers’ comp for mental health for employees throughout San Jose, CA. We’re up-to-date on all the requisite California workers’ comp mental health records. Some symptoms to keep in mind include:
- Acute anxiety about work-related tasks
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Mood swings
- Extreme sadness
- Irritability
- Inability to focus on work-related tasks
- Suicidal thoughts
- Weight gain or weight loss
Does California Workers’ Comp Law Cover Mental Illness?
Yes! Scher, Bassett & Hames knows how to win a judgment in your favor. Mental health workers’ compensation is just as critical as it is for physical injuries. There is a wide range of costs associated with neglecting your mental health, the least of which is your job. These diseases have dangerous, long-term effects. If you are suffering from a workplace-related psychiatric injury, you don’t have to worry, and you shouldn’t delay in seeking health. Our team will set you up with a medical doctor and get to work preparing your claim. To learn more about our workers’ compensation for mental health services in San Jose, CA, give us a call today.