Migrant employees who suffer an injury at work often avoid seeking compensation to help. Some workers may not believe that they are eligible for benefits. Others may also be worried about their ability to continue to live in the United States.
If you or someone you love suffered a workplace injury, you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. At Mitchell Law Corporation, we know what issues migrant and undocumented workers face after suffering an injury. We will take the time to help you understand your options and will fight to recover the maximum amount of compensation possible for you and your family.
Employers may try to tell migrants workers who are injured on the job that they are not eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Some employers may try to threaten migrant workers by warning them that they will be deported if they file a claim. However, California is one of the few states that clearly allow migrant and undocumented workers to receive workers’ compensation without suffering the risk of a deportation.
If you are a migrant or undocumented worker that suffered an injury and your employer is denying your claim, you should speak with an attorney to help you understand your rights. We take an aggressive approach when defending undocumented workers. Our team will continue to fight for you every step of the way.
For over 20 years, we have provided migrant and undocumented workers from Tijuana to Oxnard and throughout Los Angeles County with compassionate, skilled representation. Our team includes a board-certified workers’ compensation specialist. We have the ability to recover compensation from a broad range of work-site injuries, including:
With offices in San Diego, Riverside and Los Angeles, we are equipped to provide strong representation that can increase the chances of a positive outcome. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your case with an experienced attorney. If will not pay us unless we collect benefits for you.
Call us today by using our toll-free number 619-702-6518. You may also email us to schedule an appointment.
