Injured at work? Need an attorney?

If you were hurt at work, there are a few factors that determine whether or not you should hire a workers’ compensation attorney.

You should hire an attorney when:

• Your medical benefits are denied.
• Your employer’s settlement offer doesn’t cover all your lost wages or medical bills.
• You suffered serious workplace injuries that require surgery.
• You cannot return to your prior job, but think you could work in some capacity.
• Your injuries prevent you from working on a regular basis in any job.
• You have pre-existing disabilities.
• You want to dispute a decision made by your employer, an insurance company, or the state workers’ comp division.
• You receive Social Security disability benefits.
• You are not receiving the correct benefits, or think you are entitled to more benefits.
• Your boss retaliates against you for filing a workers’ comp claim.
• You would feel more comfortable if a professional were representing your interests.

Can I represent myself in a Worker’s Comp Case?

You may be able to manage your claim without an attorney only if you: suffered a mild injury, didn’t miss much work, don’t have a pre-existing condition, and your employer is not contesting your claim.

No matter how simple your case appears to be, you should still contact a workers’ compensation attorney for a consultation.

Choosing a Workers’ Comp Attorney

Your employer and the insurance companies have teams of lawyers fighting for their interests. Hiring an experienced workers’ comp lawyer will help level the playing field and ensure your claim is handled in a prompt and efficient manner. If you have been hurt at work, the time to file a workers’ compensation claim is limited. Contact the Elk & Elk Workers’ Compensation attorneys at 1-800-ELK-OHIO today for a free consultation.