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If you’ve been injured on the job, a worker’s compensation claim can be a lifesaver in terms of covering medical costs and giving you time to recover. Navigating the process can be tricky, however, so it’s important to get the facts. In this 2-part series, our legal professionals will discuss your rights regarding job-related injuries, how to start a claim, and whether you need a worker’s compensation attorney for your case.
Beyond physical pain, a workplace injury can result in lost wages from time off work and expensive medical bills. By learning the basics of worker’s compensation, you can minimize or eliminate these setbacks.
- How to win your worker’s compensation case.
- FAQ covering worker’s compensation
- What kind of benefits you can get in a worker’s compensation case
- Do you need a lawyer for a worker’s compensation case?
- Worker’s Compensation: When can you sue?
Part 2
You’ve been injured at work and decided it’s in your best interest to file for a worker’s compensation claim. Being knowledgeable and prepared about what’s ahead can make all the difference. In the final part of our 2-part series, our legal professionals will detail everything you need to know about the filing process, and what you can expect when the time comes for a settlement.
It’s important to understand the process of filing a worker’s compensation claim so you can get the maximum possible benefits. It’s equally important to know and avoid the mistakes that can sink a claim.
- How to file your worker’s compensation claim
- Six mistakes that can destroy your worker’s compensation claim
- Reasons why not to wait in filing a personal injury claim
- What does it mean to settle a worker’s compensation claim
- Should you take a lump sum worker’s compensation settlement?
Types of disability
- Temporary partial disability
- Temporary total disability
- Permanent partial disability
- Permanent total disability
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