Pneumoconiosis, Silicosis & Byssinosis

Diagnosing Work-Related Lung Diseases

These serious occupational lung diseases are generally acquired after being exposed to the precipitating cause over a considerable length of time. Often these diseases present with flu-like symptoms that fail to abate. A common sign that the illness is actually an occupational lung disease is that the sick employee stops responding to treatment. If an illness with any of the signs common to these serious diseases lasts longer than two weeks, it’s time for further testing. Diagnosis often requires an x-ray, biopsy, or another kind of technical testing. When diagnosed early, there are more treatment options available. 

Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

If you are suffering from pneumoconiosis, silicosis, or byssinosis, it is a long-term ailment that is likely to require extensive and ongoing medical treatment. Further, because these illnesses are caused by the environment you work in, you will not be able to return to your position. In other words, the medical expenses and lost earnings you are up against are likely to be extensive and should be carefully addressed in your workers’ compensation claim. 

Turn to an Experienced Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorney for the Legal Guidance You Need

Danielle Pinkston at Pinkston Law Group, P.C., in Joliet, Illinois, is a resourceful workers’ compensation attorney who understands the severity of your illness and who is committed to skillfully pursuing your claim’s best possible resolution. For more information, please don’t wait to contact us today.