Employers are responsible for providing insurance benefits as reparations for lost wages and medical bills as a result of a workplace accident. Many employees are known to have suffered from work-related injuries or illness at some point or another, but not everyone reports these accidents. In fact, roughly 2.9 million non-fatal injuries and sickness contracted in a work environment were reported in 2015 by the private industry according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which isn’t much considering the planet’s population is over seven billion. Many people think that hiring an attorney is too expensive or simply unnecessary, leading them to decide to represent themselves in the courtroom or avoid filing a claim, causing them to miss out on significant compensation and benefits.
Debunking the Misconception That Hiring an Attorney is Expensive
When you hire a lawyer to fight for your workers’ compensation, there is no initial charge.
Instead, your attorney is paid a nominal percentage of whatever settlement you win in court, after your case is won. Sometimes the cost of legal fees is included in the settlement, such as in situations in which the employer denies the responsibility of compensating employees and loses the case.
Debunking the Misconception That Workers’ Comp Lawyers Are Unnecessary
Remember, when you file a claim about an injury, your boss or company will more than likely have a legal defense team of their own. In addition to protecting your rights as an employee, a workers’ comp attorney will ensure that you fill out the correct documents, meet deadlines, gather evidence on your behalf, and negotiate a fair settlement.
A paid professional specializing in workers’ compensation is able to make sure that the settlement you receive covers all medical bills and hours of work missed due to the injury acquired on the job. Workers’ comp attorneys are skilled negotiators who know the law. Even if the injury received is “small”, it is always a good idea to contact a lawyer to protect your rights and to demand just reparations on your behalf.
The Hines & Wilson Law Firm has more than 50 years of experience with personal injury claims and is located in Columbia, Missouri, but handling cases all over the state. We will use our experience and knowledge to get you the compensation you deserve. If you’ve been injured at work, call us at (573) 443-4500, our toll-free number (877) 473-4500, or email info@hineswilsonlaw.com for a FREE and confidential consultation about your claim. If you wait too long, you may lose your right to compensation.
