While it’s the last thing anyone hopes will happen, sometimes accidents happen in the workplace. If you suffer an injury, it can be difficult to know exactly how to deal with the situation at hand. As an employee, your employer is legally mandated to have a worker’s compensation policy taken out, so in the event of an accident, proper procedure must be followed. Understandably, your employer will likely want to make sure that you’re taken care of to avoid further issues, but navigating the legal field of worker’s compensation can be especially tricky. This is why it’s important to have an attorney who’s worked in the field by your side to make sure you receive all that you’re supposed to get. Not sure how the whole procedure works or why you should have an experienced attorney? Jack J. Schmerling, Attorney at Law will let you know all the details!
The Importance of Having an Experienced Attorney for Worker’s Compensation
• The Proper Evidence is Collected. Not only do you need an experienced attorney, it’s also important to make sure you get one early in the process. If you wait for weeks or months to pursue the claim, evidence vital to your case could easily be lost. Paperwork related to your claim can vanish, and it will become increasingly difficult to fight for your rights and proper compensation.
• Your Medical Treatment Won’t be Controlled. There’s a good chance that your employer will try to control your treatment and have you visit a practitioner on their timeline. This could result in you having to pay to receive treatment, or simply not receiving proper care at all. An experienced attorney will help you to realize what medical care you’re entitled to all without affecting or compromising your claim.
• Your Claim Won’t be Prematurely Closed. It’s important to realize that upon signing settlement claims, it becomes extremely difficult to reopen your worker’s compensation claims. An attorney is well-versed in the field, and will let you know whether or not what you’re being offered is fair, or if there’s more that you deserve and are entitled to. Since the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation and your employer prefer to pay as little as possible when it comes to settling your claim, having someone with experience will ensure you receive your full amount of compensation.
• Unique Situations Can be Resolved. Sometimes you may find yourself in a situation that’s not so simple. For example, if you receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, they could be reduced once you receive worker’s compensation benefits. An attorney will work with you through the entire process to minimize the amount that will be reduced. Other situations could be if you have a worker’s compensation hearing or if your ability to work has been affected in the long run.
Getting the Restitution You Deserve
To make sure that your rights are fully upheld, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Jack J. Schmerling, Attorney at Law. We’ll make sure you’re fully compensated and assist you through the entire claims process, so call for a free consultation in Glenn Burnie today at (410) 988-4956!