September 4, 2025 | Workers' compensation

Being injured at work can be devastating. However, the impact goes beyond the physical injury. Many injured workers are left dealing with the financial and psychological strain of the injury long after the incident. Workers Compensation offers injured workers the opportunity to recover financial compensation for workplace injuries. However, Nebraska’s workers’ compensation system is far from straightforward. We at High & Younes Attorneys, LLC have witnessed many injured workers fail to recover the benefits that are rightly theirs when they approach their claims on their own. Our team of experienced attorneys is committed to fighting to protect the rights of injured workers in and around Omaha. Below, we explore the many ways that attorneys can help clients with their workers’ compensation claims.

How Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Can Help

• Explaining your rights

Nebraska’s workers’ compensation laws can be complex and difficult to understand. An experienced attorney will help you grasp your rights under Nebraska law. Attorneys can help you understand:

• The type of benefits you are entitled to receive based on the circumstances of your case
• How you can cover your medical expenses and what treatments are covered under workers’ compensation
• How to approach communication with your employer and their insurance provider

Your attorney will guide you and ensure you make informed decisions throughout the claims process. They will work to protect your rights and best interests.

• Filing claims accurately and on time

It is not uncommon for injured workers to have their claims denied due to mistakes in filing or for missed deadlines. Not only does your workers’ compensation claim have to meet the requirements of state law but also those of the insurance provider. Working with an attorney ensures that:

• Your paperwork is completed correctly to meet the requirements of the law and the insurance provider
• Your claim is filed within good time and you don’t miss out on deadlines
• Your claim is supported by relevant evidence

Your attorney will handle all the paperwork as well as every other aspect of the claims process. You can rely on their experience with the law and insurance providers in the state to protect your rights.

• Gathering evidence

While the workers’ compensation system is a no-fault system, you will still be required to support your claim with evidence. This includes evidence of your injury, its impact on you and more. Your attorney will help you strengthen your claim by working to gather evidence. Your attorney can:

• Work with your healthcare providers to gather detailed medical records
• Obtain records from your workplace to show that the accident was work related
• Secure police reports, video evidence and other relevant records
• Secure expert opinions to support your claim.
• Ensure that the evidence clearly links your injury to the workplace accident

Attorneys are not experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to how to successfully file a workers’ compensation claim. They also have access to resources that will help to improve the outcome of your case including medical experts and investigators.

• Communicating with insurance companies

Dealing with insurance companies after a workplace injury can be overwhelming. Insurance companies, like other business, will do all they can to avoid suffering losses. This includes minimizing losses and flat out denying claims even when they are legitimate. Working with an attorney provides you with a much needed buffer. Your attorney will:

• Handle all communication with the insurance company and help you avoid making mistakes that could jeopardize your case.
• Handle all negotiations with the insurance company and push back against low settlement offers
• Advocate for fair compensation that reflects your lost wages, medical bills and future needs.

Workers comp attorneys have extensive experience dealing with insurance companies. They will know how best to approach these companies for a favorable outcome.

• Representing you in hearings and appeals

Most workers’ comp claims end with a settlement. However, if your claim is denied or disputed, you may need to attend hearings before Nebraska’s Workers’ Compensation Court. Your attorney will:

• Provide skilled representation during hearings.
• Prepare documents, evidence and legal arguments. They will represent you in court.
• Guide you through the appeals process

Experienced attorneys understand the court system. They will ensure you meet the requirements and fight for a favorable outcome on your behalf.

• Protection against retaliation

Some workers face retaliation from their employers when the file workers’ compensation claims. This can include anything from a hostile working environment to actual firing. Your attorney can help to protect you against retaliation by:

• Advising you on your rights
• Taking legal action to protect your job and income

At High & Younes Attorneys, LLC, we are committed to helping injured workers get the compensation they need to move forward. From filing claims to litigation appeals, we stand by our clients every step of the way. Contact us now to schedule free consultation with an attorney from our firm.

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