Why Should You Speak With A Lawyer About Workers’ Comp Claim
Getting injured at work is one of the most stressful things you can imagine. You were working hard and weren’t expecting to get injured due to faulty materials given to you by your employer. Because of this injury being the fault of the employer, you are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. However, filing the claim for those benefits can be […]
You have filed a claim for workers’ compensation with the appropriate people but you find out that the claim was denied. You aren’t sure why this happened and you are more than a little confused by the denial. Why was your claim denied? Let’s take a look at the most common reasons a workers’ comp claim is denied. 1. Missing […]
5 Steps to Properly Appeal When a Denied Workers’ Comp Claim
One of the most frustrating aspects of a workers’ compensation claim is when that claim is denied by the insurance company. There are times when it is denied because you didn’t turn in paperwork on time or the evidence wasn’t compelling enough. However, there are times when it is denied in order to save money for the insurance company. How […]
After seeing one of your co-workers die at work, you become very anxious about going back to work. It took a lot out of you because you saw him die right in front of your eyes. You refuse to think about it for very long because of the nightmares it gives you. You have severe anxiety about working at the […]
Can You File For Workers’ Comp Benefits While Being a Part-Time Employee
A common question about workers’ compensation these days is who can benefit from it if injured on the job. Most people fall under the belief that only full-time employees can file for it. Because of this myth, there are many employees who miss out on applying for it at all after being injured while on the job. Let’s take a […]
5 Things a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Do For Me (That I Can’t Do Alone)
Now that you’ve decided to file a workers’ compensation claim for benefits, you’ve hit a roadblock. You have been injured badly enough that you can’t show up to court dates in person. You have been put on bedrest essentially and cannot file the paperwork in person. Because of that, you’re afraid that you’ll miss deadlines. You want the benefits you […]
Most of the time, you are only allowed to file a workers’ comp claim after getting injured at work. You are also given the chance during certain situations, however, to file a lawsuit against your employer. Let’s take a look at your options in terms of filing a workers’ comp claim versus a private lawsuit. Your Initial Options If you […]
Getting injured on the job can be one of the most stressful things during your working career. Not knowing the process surrounding workers’ comp can certainly add to that feeling of stress suddenly landing on your “plate”. What happens when you’re injured on the job for the first time? Let’s look at the first 3 steps you need to take […]
Knowing what to do during a workers’ comp case can be very difficult to determine, especially if you are going through it alone. Let’s take a closer look at what you should NOT do during this process. Don’t discuss your case with anyone other than people involved in the case. This is very important for everyone to pay attention to. […]
The thought of being disabled, even for a temporary period of time, can be frightening for some people. It is unnerving to think that you might have to take time off from work for a period of time so you can heal properly. Even if you are getting paid through Workers’ Comp during this time, it is still scary not […]
