Can I file a workers’ compensation claim if I have an allergic reaction to mold/mildew that I have been exposed to at work?
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Can I file a workers’ compensation claim if I have an allergic reaction to mold/mildew that I have been exposed to at work?
I have pictures of what I consider, or looks like, black mold. I work for a cleaning service and where they store their equipment is in the janitors’ room in the store that I clean. In that room is mold. I have been feeling sick for about 6 weeks. I called my supervisor at the cleaning service. Then 2 days ago, I went to work and started coughing and wanting to puke; I went home and told them that I could not work. That night went to doctor and was diagnosed with I acute sinusitis; I was put me on 4 medicines. I texted my supervisor stating that I would not be in for the rest of the weekend.
Asked on January 24, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, Illinois
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You can file a workers' compensation claim because you were injured on the job. The doctor's medical report establishing the cause of your sinusitis as exposure to the mold/mildew at your job site will provide evidence in support of your workers' compensaton claim.
Your employer's human resources department should have the forms you will need to apply for workers' compensation.
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