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Why You Might Need A Workers' Compensation Attorney

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If you have been injured on the job and wish to seek financial assistance through workers' compensation, you might first want to talk with an attorney before you go at it alone. There are many good reasons to consult with a workers' compensation attorney. Knowing what those are will help ensure that you will be able to make the decision that is best for you. Here are some of those reasons to take into consideration: 

Your Employer Is Denying Compensation

If your employer has already stated that they are going to try to deny you the workers' compensation benefits you are entitled to, it is time to get a lawyer involved. No matter what their reasoning is, do not agree to go without your workers' comp, and do not sign any waivers or other types of documentation. Anything that is presented to you to sign should be immediately taken to an attorney for review.

You Have A Preexisting Condition

You may face an uphill battle when trying to obtain workers' compensation when you have an employer claiming that your preexisting condition is the cause of your injuries, not anything that actually happened at the workplace. You will want to make sure that you have a skilled workers' compensation attorney working by your side. When employers know that you have retained a workers' compensation attorney, they tend to be less likely to attempt to pull any tricks in order to get you a denial letter from the workers' compensation department.

The Application Process Is Confusing

There are a lot of people that find the process for applying for workers' compensation to be a little overwhelming, especially when they are dealing with injuries and may possibly be on pain medication. It is vital that the paperwork is filled out properly and turned in promptly. An attorney can help you do just that.

After much consideration, you will want to begin the process of finding a suitable workers' compensation attorney. You can do that by doing a simple search online and contacting a few attorneys for consultations. You can maybe even get a referral to a good attorney if you have a friend, family member, or even a co-worker that had to use a workers' compensation lawyer in the recent past. Ask a lot of questions during the consultation and do not forget to discuss the retainer, as well as how much their hourly rate is and how often you will be billed. Asking for all of that will help you make an informed decision when it comes to deciding who you want to retain for legal services.

Contact a local workers' compensation lawyer to learn more. 

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14 October 2022