When You Need a Workers' Compensation Attorney

When to Hire a Workers' Comp Attorney

Immediately If:

• Your claim was denied
• Benefits were stopped
• You're being pressured to return to work
• Treatment is being denied
• Your employer is retaliating

You Should Hire If:

• You suffered a serious injury
• You can't return to your previous job
• You have permanent impairment
• Settlement is being offered
• You have multiple injuries
• The injury was caused by another party

What to Do After a Workplace Injury

Immediately

1. Report the injury to your employer
2. Seek medical treatment
3. Document everything
4. Get witness names
5. Take photos if appropriate

Within Days

1. Complete injury report
2. File workers' comp claim
3. Follow doctor's orders
4. Save all documents
5. Consider attorney consultation

Red Flags Requiring an Attorney

• Employer denies your injury occurred
• Insurance is being uncooperative
• You're being asked to return before ready
• You're suspected of fraud
• Treatment is being delayed
• Permanent impairment is involved
• Multiple parties may be liable

Common Reasons Claims Are Denied

• Late reporting
• No witnesses
• Pre-existing conditions claimed
• Disputed cause
• Failure to follow procedures
• Insufficient evidence
• Independent medical exam findings

An attorney can challenge denials.

Third-Party Liability Cases

You may have additional claims if:

• A defective product caused injury
• Another company's employee caused injury
• A subcontractor caused injury
• An auto accident occurred at work
• Toxic exposure from product

These claims are separate from workers' comp and can provide additional compensation.

Time-Sensitive Action

• Report immediately to employer
• File claim within state deadline
• Seek medical care quickly
• Hire attorney if needed
• Don't miss deadlines

How to Choose an Attorney

• Workers' comp specialization
• Local board experience
• Free consultations
• Contingency basis
• Strong reviews
• Track record of success

Free consultations available. Most workers' comp attorneys can quickly evaluate your case.