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Workers' compensation is supposed to protect both employee and employer in instances of an employee being injured during the course of performing his or her duties. An injured employee receives fixed monetary awards, theoretically eliminating the need for litigation.
Some state laws also protect employers and co-workers by limiting the amount recoverable from an employer and by eliminating the liability of co-workers in most accidents. |
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The courts are buried with cases against insurance companies for allegedly short changing injured workers on their workers' compensation checks.
Each state has different workers' compensation laws, so it is important to speak with a qualified attorney who knows about your local workers compensation insurance claims. Employees have the right to claim workers' compensation benefits. If you are injured at work, you should immediately seek medical treatment and advise your doctor that you were injured on the job.
It is important to document as much as you possibly can about your injury, and all the relevant details.
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Sometimes, an insurer may file a Notice of Denial, disputing your entire claim, or a portion of your claim. If a simple phone call to the insurer does not clear the issue up, you may want to contact an attorney to discuss your options.
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If you or a family member has been treated unfairly dealing with workers' compensation, it is best to contact a lawyer specializing in workers' compensation cases immediately to find out your legal rights. A lawyer with workers' comp expertise can asses your case to find out whether or not it is actionable. To expedite the process of filing a lawsuit, it is advisable to present your lawyer with as much information about your situation as possible. Choose from a lawyer by state at left to begin your search. Simply fill out a form for a lawyer in your area, and a qualified professional will contact you shortly.
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