Injured At Work?
Employees who are injured on company time are entitled to workers' compensation. A workman's compensation attorney can protect your rights to ensure you receive the medical treatment you need and lost wages you are entitled to if you have been injured at work.
Common Occurrences
Injuries covered by workers' compensation can occur in various workplace settings and industries, including:
- Construction sites
- Manufacturing facilities
- Offices and corporate environments
- Healthcare facilities
- Retail establishments
- Slip and fall accidents
- Repetitive strain injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome)
- Machinery accidents
- Chemical exposure
- Back injuries
What To Do After It Happens
If you've been injured on the job, it's essential to take the following steps to protect your rights and ensure you receive the benefits you deserve:
- Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible, preferably in writing, and keep a copy for your records.
- Seek medical attention promptly, either from your employer's designated healthcare provider or an emergency room if necessary. Remember to tell the provider that your injury happened at work.
- Follow your doctor's treatment plan and attend all medical appointments related to your injury.
- Keep detailed records of all medical treatment, including bills, prescriptions, and doctor's notes.
- Refrain from admitting fault or making any statements to insurance representatives without consulting with us immediately (505-257-1111).
How Common Claims Work
Our knowledgeable team of workers' compensation attorneys will guide you through the process of filing a claim and obtaining benefits. We'll ensure that you get the right and necessary medical treatment to get you back to work as soon as possible. We'll help you complete and submit the necessary paperwork to initiate your workers' compensation claim. We'll gather medical records, witness statements, and other evidence to support your claim for benefits. We'll negotiate with your employer's insurance company to ensure you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled for medical expenses, lost wages, and disability benefits. If your claim is denied or disputed, we won't hesitate to take it to court.