Worker, Workplace & Workers' Compensation Injuries
Injured on the job?
If you’ve been injured at work or in a workplace accident, YOU NEED A LAWYER.
Why do I need a lawyer if I’ve been injured at work?
You need a lawyer because worker and workplace injuries are complicated scenarios. To begin with, many injured workers are forced to balance dealing with their job and employer, while also dealing with their injuries. Such a balancing act often results in stress for the injured worker produced by trying to juggle the requests of their employer, demands of their job and treatment of their injuries. A lawyer is able to assist you, the injured worker, and communicate on your behalf in order to reduce your stress and ensure you keep your job, receive ALL THE BENEFITS YOU DESERVE, and return to work the same or better than before the accident that caused you injury
What should I do after getting hurt on the job?
If you are hurt while working, the first thing you should do is contact a lawyer. For a variety of reasons, your rights are immediately at risk after being injured on the job. For example, if you fail to report your injury, fail to follow reasonable instructions of your doctors, or don’t come to work without the proper leave your case and work status may be negatively affected.
Don’t think you have to give away a large portion of your settlement or judgment to your lawyer as if that’s the only option you have.
Who is responsible for paying for my injuries if I’m hurt while working?
Who is responsible for your injuries and other benefits or damages is often a complicated question. To begin with, each state has its own workers’ compensation laws which handle on the job injuries and compensation for those injuries differently. Also, whether or not you’re actually classified as an employee, as opposed to an independent contractor, has real consequences on who is responsible for your injuries and how that responsibility is managed. Further, whether or not your employer has workers compensation insurance and whether or not a liable third-party was responsible for causing your injuries are extremely relevant considerations. Therefore, if you’re injured at work or while working, you should consult with an attorney immediately to discuss your legal options.