Injured Agricultural Workers in Modesto

Handling Farm Worker Injury Claims for 30+ Years

Statistically speaking, agricultural workers face some of the greatest occupational risks out of all workers across all industries. Every day, farm workers are exposed to potentially harmful pesticides, work with heavy machinery, and spend hours repeating the same motions.

All of these actions can—and often do—lead to serious injuries. At Rancaño & Rancaño, APLC, we represent injured agricultural workers in Modesto and throughout California's Central Valley.

If you were injured on the job or in any way while doing anything that benefitted your employer, you are entitled to benefits under workers’ compensation. This is true regardless of what type of injury you have, how many workers your employer has, or your immigration status.

If you were injured at your job in the agricultural industry and need help with your workers’ compensation claim, call Rancaño & Rancaño, APLC today at (916) 884-6554 for a free consultation.

Common Farm Worker Injuries

As previously mentioned, farm workers are exposed to numerous hazards on the job every day. As a result, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that approximately 100 farm workers suffer a work-related injury that leads to lost work time every day.

And, tragically, many of these injuries are fatal. The CDC reported that 416 agricultural workers suffered fatal work injuries in 2017 alone. Roughly 2,038,000 full-time workers were employed in agriculture in the U.S. in 2018.

Some of the most common farm worker injuries include:

• Sprains and strains
• Overuse injuries
• Repetitive motion injuries
• Occupational illnesses
• Toxic exposure
• Machinery accidents
• Crush injuries
• Heat stroke
• Suffocation
• Accidental amputation
• Vehicle-related injuries
• Falls
• Broken bones
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Burns

Regardless of the type of injury you have suffered, whether it was caused by a sudden accident or long-term exposure to harmful substances or repetitive motions, you are entitled to receive workers’ compensation.

Why You Need a Lawyer for Your Agricultural Workers' Compensation Claim

Workers’ compensation benefits are meant to pay for the cost of your medical treatment, as well as lost wages while you are unable to work. However, it is not always easy for injured agricultural workers to recover their rightful benefits. Many employers do not carry the required workers’ compensation insurance, which may lead to them denying your claim.

In other cases, undocumented farm workers may be hesitant to seek workers’ compensation benefits, fearing retaliation from their employers. Remember: If you are injured on the job in California, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of your immigration status.

Get Started On Your Case Today

If you are having trouble getting fair compensation for your job-related injuries or the job-related death of your loved one, reach out to Rancaño & Rancaño, APLC to speak to one of our experienced Modesto workers’ compensation lawyers. We can help you clearly understand your legal options during a free and confidential consultation.

There are no fees when you choose to work with us until we successfully secure compensation on your behalf. Put a track record of success and more than 30 years of legal experience on your side! From three office locations, we proudly serve injured agricultural workers in Modesto and throughout the surrounding areas.

Contact us online or call (916) 884-6554 today for a no-cost consultation. Se habla español.