Experienced Workers’ Compensation, Injury & Disability Attorneys in Santa Maria, California

At Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld, our Santa Maria workers’ compensation, injury, and disability lawyers have protected the rights of California residents since 1956. Our lawyers have kept their fingers on the pulse of the evolving local, state, and federal laws that have impacted our clients’ lives for nearly seven decades.

This is important to us and the city’s nearly 110,000 residents who call Santa Maria home because Santa Barbara County’s economy impacts our travel, employment, daily activities, and livelihoods.

In addition to the petroleum industry having a long and significant presence in the area, sectors have been added to the city’s agricultural and retail mix in recent years, including aerospace, communications, high-tech research and development, energy production, military operations, and manufacturing.

Santa Maria is also a beautiful vacation destination, located in the foothills of the Sierra Madres and close to beaches, parks, mountains, golf courses, and hiking trails; its agriculture also plays a vital role in the city’s increasing number of vineyards, wineries, and winemakers.

The additional vehicle and foot traffic in the area, professional commuters, and the inherently dangerous jobs that make up Santa Maria’s landscape can place our residents and workers in danger without notice.

If you have been hurt at work by another person or party’s negligence or have questions about your eligibility for Social Security disability or disability retirement benefits, contact us today to learn why we are committed to delivering professional excellence to each of our client's cases — no matter where they live or work in Santa Maria, California.

We are more than attorneys, we are advocates who provide precise legal advice and representation while standing alongside our clients throughout their complete legal journey.

We are champions for justice, starting with your case. Contact us today to learn more.

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At Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

"Experienced the Utmost Professionalism"
They are well organized, very knowledgeable of the workers' compensation industry, and have had an excellent reputation for many years.

- Nadine
"They Make You Feel Like Family"
Ben Feld was a terrific attorney as he guided me through the disability process. Most importantly, he would return my calls or my texts very quickly. I cannot recommend GG&F more highly. They make you feel like family.

- Kellie D.
"It Was a Miracle! I Am So Thankful and Grateful!"
Mr. Feld got me my SSDI in 2 month on contingency, which was greatly appreciated! That was 2 years faster than the nightmares that everyone hears about. I was crying! It was a miracle! I am so thankful and grateful!!! Thank you so much Benjamin Feld!!!

- Kathy G.

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Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld Santa Maria, California Attorney Practice Areas

At Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld, many attorneys maintain a Certified Specialization in Workers’ Compensation from the State Bar of California, which is achieved and held by less than 5% of workers’ compensation attorneys.

We take this designation very seriously as the required skill level should be expected from the entire team at GGF from how we interact, handle every aspect of cases, and produce real results for real clients who need our help.

We pride ourselves on our reputation for obtaining the best result possible by being accessible to our clients any time they need us while handling their important cases involving:

If you believe you have a case that falls under our legal expertise, contact our Santa Maria workers’ compensation, injury, and disability lawyers today to schedule a free consultation. Our attorneys take all qualifying cases on a contingency basis, which means you do not pay our legal fees if we do not win your case. That is our promise to our Santa Maria community.

Who is Eligible to Pursue Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) Benefits in Santa Maria, California?

The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) is a California fund that provides additional workers’ compensation benefits to injured workers who have a pre-existing disability.

To qualify for SIBTF benefits, an injured worker must meet the following criteria:

Have a pre-existing, permanent partial disability.
Suffer an occupational illness or injury that causes partial permanent disability.
The pre-existing disability must be labor-disabling or ratable and industrial or non-industrial.
The pre-existing disability must result from an accident, disease, or congenital condition.
The degree of disability caused by the combination of both disabilities must be greater than that which would have resulted from the subsequent injury alone.
The new (subsequent) work injury must cause at least 35% permanent disability and be an industrial injury.
The total disability must be at least 70%

At Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld, our Santa Maria workers’ compensation, injury, and disability lawyers have protected our clients’ rights for nearly seven decades and remain dedicated to providing real-time, easy-to-understand answers so our clients always know where their cases stand.

Your case is important to you and us. Allow us to review your unique injury circumstances during a free consultation so that you can confidently move forward with your claim.

Local, State, and Federal Resources for Santa Maria, California Residents

To follow is a list of local, state, and federal resources that allow Santa Maria residents to research their workers’ compensation, injury, and disability options:

The Division of Workers' Compensation District Office serving Santa Maria, California, is the San Luis Obispo District Office
The Division of Workers' Compensation in California
Social Security Disability Administration: California Department of Social Services
Social Security Disability Administration
State of California Industrial Relations: Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF)
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Department of Defense Military Disability Retirement
Disability Retirement: Federal Employees Retirement System
U.S. Office of Personnel Management: Disability Retirement
Defense Finance and Accounting Service: Qualifying for Disability Retirement
California Civil Rights Department

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At Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld, our Santa Maria workers’ compensation, injury, and disability lawyers offer free in-person, telephone, and virtual consultations to offer straightforward legal advice for your unique needs.

Contact us today at (805) 243-2179 or online to learn more about your legal rights and options.

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