Why Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney?

In need of a workers' compensation attorney? workers' compensation is a type of insurance that gives employees who have been injured on the job the compensation they deserve for any injuries sustained. If you received an injury while at work that is so serious that you are no longer able to work you will need to apply for the workers' compensation benefits that can help to pay your bills while dealing with your injury. A workers' compensation claim can also help you with future lost earnings as well as pay any medical expenses you may owe. It can also assist you in getting disability benefits, if applicable.

Recently injured due to a workplace accident? Hiring an experienced workers' compensation attorney is your best chance at getting fully compensated for your injury.

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Workplace accidents

Common causes of workplace accidents include falling, slipping, being hit by something, over-exerting oneself and trauma due to repetition. Other reasons for workplace accidents that can lead to someone filing a workers' compensation claim include transportation accidents, fires, explosions and even workplace violence. When someone is injured when at work there are rules and regulations they must follow, with most places requiring an employee to report their workplace-related injury within 90 days.

Workers' compensation laws

workers' compensation laws focus on the compensation benefits that allow medical expenses to be paid, lost wages to be covered and long-term disability claims to be filed. In order for an employee to be approved for a workers' compensation claim, they must follow all of the legal requirements required to do so. Because there are different types of workers' compensation laws it truly is in the best interest of the injured employee to seek the advice of a professional attorney. For example, a workers' compensation claim can also prompt a personal injury claim when certain conditions are involved pertaining to someone being injured in the workplace.

Workers' compensation claims, settlements

Not every workers' compensation claim will be approved. There are a number of reasons why an employee’s claim could be denied and for that reason alone makes it a good idea for those injured to hire an experienced workers' compensation attorney. Some of the more common reasons include missing or incomplete documentation, a lack of credible evidence and/or ongoing disputes with the insurance company or employer. Other times a claim will be approved but the monetary amount is not enough to cover all the employee’s expenses.

A workers' compensation settlement should always cover all of the employee’s expenses.

Bottom line

If you were recently involved in a workplace accident and received an injury then hiring a professional workers' compensation attorney who can guide you through the entire legal process is going to give you the peace of mind you need when you find yourself in this type of situation. Attorneys who specialize in workers' compensation laws fully understand what it takes to negotiate and litigate a claim so that you are sure to be fully compensated for your workplace-related injury.

Call (203) 624-6115 today to reach Knight & Cerritelli.

NOTE: This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.