Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
Are you disabled due to an injury on the job?
If you’re facing uncertainty after experiencing a workplace injury or receiving an occupational disease diagnosis, turn to the legal team at Jeffrey Freedman Attorneys.
Being injured while at work can create a complex situation. If you were injured performing the duties of your job, you’re most likely eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits.
To receive these benefits, you must give your employer written notice of the accident or illness within 30 days of the incident. You may also be entitled to Social Security disability benefits.
What types of injuries are eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
Examples of common workplace conditions eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits include:
- Construction site accidents
- Head or neck injuries
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Occupational diseases and work-related illness
- Eye and ear injuries
- Heavy lifting injuries
- Burn injuries
- Broken bones or fractures
Unfortunately, this doesn’t mean that you automatically have a Workers’ Compensation case to pursue. If you were injured on the job, there are regulations in place that prevent you from suing your employer. Depending on what caused your injury, you may have the right to pursue a case against a third party, like a product manufacturer, a landowner, or someone other than your employer.
What is the process for a Workers’ Compensation claim?
If you are injured while at work, you should inform your employer of the injury and see a doctor. When you see a doctor or get medical attention, get documentation of the visit and the doctor’s diagnosis. Try to document as much as you can about the injury, including when, how, and why it happened. Once you have all of this information, complete the Workers’ Compensation board’s employee claim form. This can be found online or with your employer. Upon completion, submit your claim.
Once a compensation case is accepted by the insurance company or established by the compensation board, medical expenses related to the accident and your disability are covered. Doctors and chiropractors are not permitted to bill a compensated patient directly. Instead, they must send their bills and reports to the insurance company and the Workers’ Compensation board. If there is a dispute regarding a bill, it will be handled. As a disabled worker, you should never pay medical bills for treatment to a healthcare provider related to your Workers’ Compensation case.
Hiring an Attorney
If you are facing a disability as a result of a workplace injury or occupational disease, you should contact an experienced Workers’ Compensation attorney. Our attorneys never charge a consultation fee and we don’t collect attorney fees until monetary compensation has been recovered on your behalf. We’ll ensure your medical treatment and lost wage losses are covered to the fullest degree of the law, and guide you through the Workers’ Compensation application process.
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Common Questions
Workers’ Compensation cases that result in a disability can threaten your livelihood. We want to make sure you fully understand your rights so you can get the benefits you’re entitled to.
How much will I get from Workers' Compensation?
The amount of compensation you can receive as an employee through Workers’ Compensation insurance depends on a couple things, including your average weekly wage, as well as the severity of your injury or illness—meaning how disabled you are. If you are partially disabled by your injury or illness, that means you are capable of doing some sort of work. If you are totally disabled by your injury or illness, that means you are unable to do any kind of work whatsoever.
How long do I have to file a claim?
You should file your claim within 30 days of your injury. That said, if you don’t know about your injury or illness right away, you have two years to file a claim.
The Workers' Compensation website says it’s not necessary to hire an attorney. Why do I need you?
The Workers’ Compensation laws contain complex regulations dealing with monetary payments and restrictions on medical treatment. Many times, issues are resolved through medical testimony. A lawyer can guide you through the complex system to help you obtain the benefits which you are entitled to.
Do I have to submit a medical exam to my employer or insurance carrier?
In most cases, yes, your employer and insurance carrier are typically entitled to that information.
Can my insurance carrier contest my claim?
Yes, they can. If your insurance carrier is contesting your claim, they must give a reason why and then a Worker’s Comp Judge will make the final decision.
What happens if someone dies as a result of workplace injury?
If your spouse, child, parent or grandparent died as a result of their workplace injury you must complete a specific form and provide the death certificate. You’ll also need to provide medical proof that the death was a result of the injury. If you can do that you may be able to continue receiving payments and/or assistance with funeral expenses. If someone you love has passed away from a work injury, please contact us for a free consultation.
