At Askeroth Law Group, we have been helping law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and other first responders obtain workers’ compensation benefits for over 16 years.
We respect and honor the service our first responders provide their community. This is why every single first responder has my personal cell phone number and can call me at any time. I understand the demanding nature of your jobs. You put it all on the line to protect the public, which is why it is such a tragedy when you must file a workers’ compensation claim, relying on the laws designed to protect injured workers, and you are treated unfairly or not provided all the benefits you should be receiving.
You need someone to battle for you in your time of need, just as hard as you fight to protect the public. We will be your champion to protect your rights and make sure you get the compensation and benefits you deserve.
Special Laws and Regulations for Nevada First Responders
Nevada law recognizes the unique risks faced by first responders, carving out important exceptions to the general workers’ compensation rules to make it easier to establish compensability.
The Heart and Lung Bill (found primarily in NRS 617.455 and NRS 617.457) is critical legislation governing occupational disease claims for first responders. This bill is designed to assist first responders in establishing compensability for claims involving:
- Diseases of the Heart and Lungs: The law makes it easier to establish that these conditions are work-related.
- Cancer: Exposure to known carcinogens results in a rebuttable presumption that the cancer is work-related. This special rule applies to a range of occupational cancers. Nationally, there is strong medical evidence, for example, that prostate cancer should be considered an occupational cancer for firefighters. Firefighters are also increasingly exposed to dangerous chemicals, such as PFAS, which are linked to negative health impacts, including certain cancers.
Mental Health and PTSD Claims
First responders often face duty-related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and cumulative trauma exposure. For these complex claims, strong clinical documentation is key to clarifying the legitimacy and severity of the injury. Structured trauma treatment, such as residential programs, can generate the necessary comprehensive documentation, including:
- Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations
- Daily clinical documentation and progress notes
- Clear documentation of functional impairment
- Independent clinical perspectives from licensed trauma clinicians
If your PTSD claim requires comprehensive clinical evaluation and documentation, our firm can help you navigate this process.
We Are Your Champions
Contact us and we will evaluate your claim to see if you qualify under these special rules.
Also, as a gesture of appreciation, we offer reduced fees for First Responders.