Can I Sue My Employer If I Get Coronavirus as an Essential Employee?

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Essential employees, such as grocery clerks, public service employees, and delivery drivers, are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. The CDC has issued COVID-19 safety guidelines for employers, but many have been negligent, resulting in sick employees. With COVID-19 being an unprecedented event, the question, "can I sue my employer if I get COVID-19 on the job?" has been raised a lot. The answer is yes, you can sue an employer if you get coronavirus due to their negligence, but it can be challenging.

If you became infected with coronavirus as an essential employee, and need a St. Louis Coronavirus Workers' Compensation Lawyer to represent your case, contact the Missouri Injury Law Firm now for a free case review.

Can I Get Workers' Compensation If I Get COVID-19 At Work?

Workers' compensation provides injured employees with compensation for medical expenses, permanent partial or total disability, lost wages, and other out-of-pocket expenses caused by a work-related injury. Most occupational illnesses are covered under workers' compensation, such as asbestos or mesothelioma, but it can be difficult to recover compensation for COVID-19. If you believe that an employer's negligence is to blame for your COVID-19 injuries, you need to gather evidence to support your claim. Necessary evidence includes:

• Medical report - positive COVID-19 test, receipts for treatment, and other medical treatment associated with the virus
• Proof of employment - evidence of your employment with the company and a valid timecard
• Proof of exposure - a COVID-19 positive coworker, client, or another source of exposure to the virus while performing your job

Contact Our St. Louis COVID-19 Work Injury Lawyers Today

If you were exposed to COVID-19 at work, and became infected as a result of an employer's negligence, you could sue for workers' compensation. However, you need an experienced workers' compensation attorney by your side when filing a claim. A St. Louis Coronavirus Work Injury Lawyer can decide if you have a legitimate case, help you gather the necessary evidence, and develop a strong work injury claim for your case.

If you're interested in filing a COVID-19 workers' compensation claim in St. Louis, call or contact the Missouri Injury Law Firm at (636) 333-1717 for a free consultation.