Frequently Asked Questions
What are Workers' Compensation Benefits?
Some Workers’ Compensation BENEFITS: Medical care, Temporary disability benefits (up to $7,644.48 per month), Permanent disability benefits, Supplemental job displacement benefits (up to $11,000 in cash/retraining benefits) and Death benefits.
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What should I do if I am injured on the job?
Following your work place injury protocol is important. Notify your supervisor, Seek medical care and Fill out your employer's Workers' Compensation official injury report paperwork. After any work injury, it might be in your best interest to consult with a Workers' Compensation attorney to determine if you have a claim.
Why should I get my own attorney for my work injury?
There are many sides when it comes to an injured worker including your employer, your employer's work injury attorney, medical providers and most importantly - YOU. The only representation you really have is yourself if you don't hire your own attorney. You have the legal right to obtain your own Workers' Compensation attorney to ensure your best interests are being represented. Take advantage of your legal right.
What is it going to cost?
We offer a free consultation to determine if you have a potential Workers' Compensation case. We do not charge a fee if no Workers' Compensation benefits are awarded.
Can I get fired for reporting a work related injury?
Your employee is not allowed to fire you if you have been injured on the job and filed a Workers' Compensation claim.
Honesty is required
Making a false or fraudulent workers' compensation claim is a felony subject to up to 5 years in prison or a fine of up to $50,000 or double the value of the fraud, whichever is greater, or by both imprisonment and fine.
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What to expect when you call
Our legal team will listen about how you were injured on the job. They will then begin to ask detailed questions to determine if you have a case and if we can assist you.
Intake review with attorney
After your initial call, you may be invited to an intake review with our attorney. It is here when our legal team can determine if we are the right attorney for your case.
Attorney agreement
You will be asked to sign an attorney agreement once our legal team determines our expertise is the right fit for your type of Workers’ Compensation case . This will allow our team to begin working your case.
Your Workers’ Compensation case
Our legal team will work with you to identify and maximize all potential care options and potential settlement claims.to maximize your benefits, which could include your Medical care, Temporary disability benefits (up to $7,644.48 per month), Permanent disability benefits, Supplemental job displacement benefits (up to $11,000 in cash/retraining benefits) and even Death benefits.
What to expect while your case is being worked
It is important to understand that each case is different. Cases can sometimes settle quickly while others can take longer depending on the medical needs and potential need for future care. Our team gathers medical records, accident reports, pay stubs, witness statements and more as your case proceeds.