When someone gets hurt on the job, they may wonder if they need to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer or if they can handle the case on their own. The short answer is that you are not required to hire one, although it is usually in your best interest. Continue reading to find out why this is the case, and then call The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 to learn more.
An attorney can help you through a difficult situation
The fact is that obtaining workers’ compensation payments is more difficult than most people believe. There is a lot of red tape involved, and even missing a deadline by a few hours might lead to your claim being refused. It’s vital to have a strong attorney on your side who understands how to avoid typical traps.
Every step of the procedure will be overseen by an attorney
Winning a workers’ compensation claim entails a number of stages. We’ll reply to rejections of medical treatment, make sure you can visit an independent, unbiased doctor for an examination, and take care of all the paperwork. A slight error in this form might considerably lengthen the time it takes for your claim to be processed, or perhaps prevent it from being authorized at all. Allow an expert attorney to handle this for you.
An attorney can assist you in understanding all of the benefits available to you
Your attorney may ensure that you are aware of all potential benefits, including medical care, payments for temporary disability, benefits for permanent disability, and lump-sum payment alternatives in some circumstances when a person is unable to work again.
An attorney is familiar with the tactics used by insurance companies to reduce or deny benefits
Finally, keep in mind that an attorney is prepared to reply to the most usual insurance company attempts to decrease payouts. For example, the insurance companies may try to claim that your injury or sickness did not render you handicapped, or that the problem did not occur at work and was not job-related.
We’re ready to reply to these allegations, and we know how to defend our clients. If your claim is refused, we’ll help you file the necessary appeals so you can collect the money you deserve as soon as possible.
Call now to find out how we can assist you
If you are considering filing a workers’ compensation claim, or if you have already filed one and believe you are in over your head, call The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker for a free legal consultation. We’re here to assist you throughout this possibly stressful time.
