June 27, 2023 | Workers' compensation

No one goes to work with the knowledge that they are going to be injured at work. Yes, even those that work jobs that expose them to great risk do not go to work knowing that they will be injured. However, workplace injuries are quite common. They can occur to anyone at any time. Even office workers with sedentary jobs can suffer workplace injuries.

Suffering a workplace injury can result in tremendous economic strain on you and your loved ones. It can mean not being able to work for an extended period as you recover. Some workers suffer serious injuries that prevent them from ever returning to work or being able to earn a living. Fortunately, the law allows workers to

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seek compensation or their injuries.

The law does not require workers to have legal representation when seeking compensation for their injuries. However, it is in your best interests to hire a legal professional to represent you. Below we discuss some of the many benefits of having professional legal representation.

1. You can find out if you are eligible to recover compensation

Workers that are injured while carrying out work-related tasks have the right to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim. However, not all workers are eligible to recover workers compensation benefits. The rules and requirements vary. It helps to have an experienced attorney evaluate your case and determine whether you are eligible to seek workers compensation.

2. They will help you meet the legal requirements for recovering workers’ compensation

There are specific legal requirements that you must meet in order to recover benefits with a workers’ compensation claim. If you fail to meet the requirements, you could miss out on recovering the compensation that you need. For example, you must have reported your injury to your employer within the required time. If you fail to meet this deadline, you will forfeit your opportunity to recover compensation. Your attorney will help you avoid this and other mistakes.

3. They will help you collect the maximum allowed benefits

There are several types of benefits available under workers’ compensation. It is important to identify the benefits that you are eligible to collect. You must also be able to calculate the amount that you should be compensated in order to fight for just compensation. An experienced attorney can help you identify the benefits that you are eligible to collect as well as how much is fair compensation for your case. They will also fight to recover the maximum allowed benefits and ensure you don’t sell yourself short.

4. They will explore all the options available to you

Workers’ compensation is not the only option through which workers can recover compensation for their injuries. An experienced attorney can help you explore other options such as filing a personal injury lawsuit against a third party that was responsible for your injuries. They will evaluate your case to determine the cause of your injuries and identify the at-fault party. They will work to hold the at-fault party or parties accountable for their actions.

5. They will handle obstacles and challenges you may face in recovering compensation

Recovering compensation isn’t always easy. Employers, third parties and the insurance companies that represent them may be resistant to paying compensation. You may experience challenges such as the insurance company denying your claim or canceling your benefits without an explanation. It helps to have an experienced and knowledgeable attorney fighting in your corner. Your attorney can help you overcome these obstacles. They know how to navigate legal policies and will work to ensure that your rights are protected.

6. They will represent you throughout the process

Recovering compensation through workers compensation a claim or through a third party claim can be an involving process. A big part of recovering compensation is negotiating with the insurance company for a settlement. This can be a challenge if you have never had to negotiate with an insurance company before. These companies are known to use every means possible to minimize payouts or even deny claims.

Having an experienced attorney representing you will help to increase your chances of success. Experienced attorneys will know how to handle the insurance company. They won’t back down at the intimidation tactics used by the insurance company. They will fight to recover just compensation for your injuries and losses.

Have Peace of Mind

Hiring an experienced attorney to represent you after a work-related injury could be one of the best things you do. Our experienced attorneys will handle every aspect of your case. We will represent you from start to conclusion and fight to recover full and fair compensation for your injuries. You can focus on your recovery and getting your life back on track. Contact us today to schedule consultation with our attorneys and get started with recovering the compensation that is rightly yours.