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Have you been injured at work? Did you suffer an accident while on the job? If so, you may be entitled to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits if you are completely out of work as a result of the work injury. Employees are typically eligible to receive “Workers’ Comp” equal to two-thirds or 66% of their gross average weekly pay if they suffer an injury that “arises out of and in the course and scope of their employment” with the employer. The injury must occur while the employee is carrying out activities for the benefit of their employer. In addition, the injury must be an “accident,” or be the result of a “specific traumatic incident,” resulting in a hernia or back injury, or an “occupational disease,” such as carpal tunnel syndrome, etc.
Every Workers’ Compensation case is different. Other people may tell you about a recovery they received for their own accident or injury. But, please be aware that every case is different, every injury is different, and every employee is different. Be careful when talking about your case with anyone except your doctors and other medical care providers. Be careful when talking with rehabilitation nurses, case managers, or vocational experts about your case, and about your feelings concerning your case or your job or your return to work.
What to sign: Do not sign anything about your Worker’s Compensation claim unless you completely understand what you are signing. Obtain the advice of an attorney if you have any questions. And do not sign any paperwork regarding a settlement or a permanent disability rating unless you have consulted with an attorney regarding your rights.
If you need help with a Workers’ Compensation case or have questions about your rights, our attorneys and staff are here to help you. We will be happy answer your questions and schedule a Free Initial Consultation. You will only pay an attorney’s fee if you receive benefits and the Industrial Commission approves the fee.
Contact Lewis & Daggett, Attorneys at Law today to discuss your case free of charge. Also – check out our free guide to Workers’ Compensation by clicking the link below.
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