Written by Malman Law, reviewed by Steve J. Malman.
On-the-job injuries aren’t uncommon, but many people don’t know what to do if they get hurt at work. Many people don’t know that they are eligible for workers compensation, both for medical bills and the time they have to miss to visit doctors and recover. Many people also don’t contact lawyers who concentrate on workers compensation personal injury cases, because they think they won’t be able to afford it. The truth is, many of these lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning you don’t have to pay them unless they can reach a settlement or win a trial.
Medical bills, even with insurance, can be extremely expensive. If you’re injured on the job, your insurance company may pay for the bills, but it’s important to know that you may also be eligible for a lump sum payout. You may have to visit a doctor that your employer chooses, but you do not have to receive treatment from that doctor; you can be treated at a doctor’s office of your choice. A workers comp lawyer can discuss your options with you so that you feel fully informed about what you can do when you’ve been hurt at work.
Another aspect of getting hurt at work that is stressful for injured people is the idea of losing out on wages. Many people may go to work even with an injury because they cannot afford to miss out on their wages. This can cause even more severe injuries and even permanent damage. Workers compensation personal injury lawyers can help injured people fight for lost wages, which can take a lot of the burden off of the injured employee. This way, you won’t have to worry about what you’ll do without your usual paycheck. Talking to a workers comp lawyer is the first step to getting issues with an on-the-job injury sorted out. If you’ve gotten hurt at work, don’t wait to get legal help.
Malman Law’s founder Attorney Steven Malman has over 30 years of experience handling personal injury, nursing home, medical malpractice, truck accidents, car accidents, premises liability, construction, and workers’ compensation cases in Chicago, IL.
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