Did You Get Injured At Work But Fear Asking For Compensation? Get A Lawyer Fast
Posted on: 11 April 2016
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Were you injured working in the shop at your job, and your employer won't give you compensation even though you haven't been able to return to work since? If so, a worker's compensation lawyer can help you look at the situation and determine your rights. You may not just be eligible for worker's compensation, to replace the pay you aren't earning, but you could go for a settlement as well. Here are a few things you want with you when you first consult with a legal professional.
Injury Report
Did you file an injury report with the company? Do you have a copy of it? If so, this needs to be brought to your lawyer right away. The lawyer has to look at the wording to make sure that your employer doesn't try to put the blame on you for the injury. If the company has video surveillance of the incident, your lawyer may want to get a court order to get the tapes.
Medical Diagnosis
Bring your medical diagnosis reports for your lawyer to look over. This includes what the doctors diagnosed your injuries as, and how long the treatment could be. If you are going to suffer permanent damages from the injury, or if you could take months to recover fully, this is information that helps your case. You want all medical statements, image tests like MRI's, ultrasounds or X-rays, and information about your future medical treatment needs because of the injury.
List of Expenses
Besides from direct medical expenses, what other costs have you had to deal with because of these incidents? Have you had to pay for child care for your kids? Have you had to pay for rides because you can't drive? All of the inconveniences and the costs that were directly related to this injury need to be documented, so your lawyer can include the information in the settlement or compensation amount.
Your employer has a legal obligation to pay you workers compensation if you were injured while on the job, and they have insurance to do so. Don't let them avoid paying you what you deserve, or struggle financially because you are afraid to take legal action against them. Talk with a lawyer like Hornthal Riley Ellis & Maland LLP and find out what you need to do to get the case started, and start working your way to getting the compensation that belongs to you while you heal.