Ventura County Farmers' Rights Lawyer
Protecting the Rights of Injured Agricultural Workers
Injuries in the fields, orchards, and packing houses are far too common in Ventura County. When medical bills start piling up and you can’t return to work, the last thing you should worry about is being ignored or underpaid. Our legal team at Leigh Law Firm helps farmworkers pursue workers’ compensation benefits after an on-the-job injury, handling the legal process so you can focus on recovery.
We handle claims involving:
- Agricultural work injuries across Ventura County
- Delayed or denied workers’ compensation benefits
- Employer retaliation or refusal to report injuries
- Spanish-language legal support when needed
No upfront fees and no out-of-pocket costs. You owe no legal fees unless we win your case or successfully recover compensation for you.
Contact Leigh Law Firm at (619) 473-7569 today to speak with our Ventura County farmers’ rights attorney who understands the unique challenges of agricultural injury claims.
How We Help Farmworkers Claim Workers’ Compensation
Filing a workers’ compensation claim after a farm injury often involves tight deadlines, paperwork, and insurance company pushback. Leigh Law Firm takes on the legal legwork so you can focus on healing and supporting your family.
We assist with:
- Preparing and submitting your claim on time
- Collecting medical records and employer documentation
- Communicating with insurance carriers
- Challenging denied or delayed claims
- Pursuing compensation for lost income, medical treatment, and long-term injury
From repetitive strain and heat illness to chemical exposure and equipment accidents, agricultural injuries require claims that reflect the real conditions of the job. We build each case with the details needed to make your voice heard.
Protecting Your Rights as a Farmworker
As a farmworker in California, you are legally entitled to workers’ compensation, regardless of your immigration status. Employers and insurance companies sometimes rely on fear or confusion to deny valid claims or intimidate injured workers into staying silent.
You have the right to:
- File a claim without fear of retaliation
- Seek medical treatment for work-related injuries
- Receive compensation for temporary or permanent disability
- Appeal a denied claim
- Be represented by a farmers’ rights attorney
If your employer has discouraged you from reporting your injury, refused to file a claim, or threatened your job, contact us immediately. Retaliation is illegal, and we will take swift action to protect you.
What to Expect in the Workers’ Comp Process
Once you reach out to our firm, the process typically unfolds as follows:
- Free Consultation – We’ll listen to your story and explain your legal options in plain terms.
- Claim Filing & Evidence Gathering – We’ll file your claim correctly and support it with medical records and workplace documentation.
- Medical Evaluation – You may be evaluated by a doctor to assess the extent of your injury.
- Benefit Determination or Appeal – We’ll either negotiate a settlement or, if your claim is denied, file an appeal with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.
- Ongoing Advocacy – We stay by your side from start to finish, making sure no one takes advantage of you.
We are familiar with local Ventura County employers and their insurance carriers, and we won’t back down when your rights are on the line.
We Represent All Types of Agricultural Injuries
We’ve helped farmworkers across Ventura County recover from injuries including:
- Machinery and equipment accidents
- Falls from ladders or harvesting platforms
- Exposure to harmful chemicals or pesticides
- Back and joint injuries from repetitive tasks
- Heat exhaustion and dehydration
- Injuries from carrying or lifting heavy loads
Even if your injury seems minor at first, it may worsen over time. Consult with our Ventura County farmers’ rights lawyer before accepting a settlement that falls short.
Serving Farmworkers Across Ventura County
Farming is a way of life in Ventura County. In towns like Santa Paula, Moorpark, Simi Valley, and Thousand Oaks, agricultural workers put in long hours to keep the local economy moving. When you get injured doing that work, you deserve someone who will take your case seriously.
We’ve helped farmworkers from across the county get the medical care and compensation they needed after an injury. Our past case results show how we’ve stood up to employers and insurance companies that tried to avoid doing the right thing. Testimonials from our clients reflect the care, attention, and dedication we bring to every case.
Farmworkers in Ventura County who are injured on the job, whether in the fields or packing houses, can turn to us for guidance in exploring legal options.
Let Leigh Law Firm Stand with You
You’ve worked hard to support California’s agricultural industry. Now, it’s time for someone to advocate for you. At Leigh Law Firm, our farmers' rights attorneys are here to help you get the medical care and compensation you need to regain stability and return to daily life.
Fill out our web form or call us at (619) 473-7569 to speak with our farmworker injury attorney to help you access the benefits you’re entitled to.
"We felt well informed and advised through the process. You were accessible and we had full confidence in your advice."We felt well informed and advised through the process. You were accessible and we had full confidence in your advice.
- Michelle S.
