Filing a workers’ compensation claim after you’re hurt on the job can be complicated, and getting the benefits you deserve isn’t as easy as you may think. Insurance companies may question whether you were really hurt at work or whether you need medical care. Your employer may push your doctor to return you to work without restrictions before you’re ready.
You may feel you can handle the process on your own, but there are many pitfalls that could delay your claim, slow down your payments, and make it harder to get the medical care and weekly checks you need. To fight back and protect your rights, get experienced help from a skilled Greenville workers’ compensation lawyer today.
A workers’ comp lawyer can help you secure full benefits
When you hire a workers’ compensation attorney immediately after a workplace injury, they can review your situation and help you file a claim. Completing the form requires close attention to detail and substantial documentation. Hiring an attorney to manage this for you can minimize the chance of denial for errors.
You have up to 90 days to tell your employer about the injury; it’s better to report it as soon as you can so your benefits are not at risk. In many cases, you or your lawyer will also file a claim Form with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission to start or protect your claim. This form tells the Commission and the insurance company what happened to you and what benefits you need, like medical care, weekly checks, and transportation to the doctor.
Your lawyer can help you gather your medical records, bills, and work notes. While you are dealing with the physical and emotional pain from your injury, your lawyer talks with the workers’ compensation insurance company for you. Your workers’ compensation attorney will fight for your best interests so you can focus on healing.
A workers’ compensation attorney understands the law and how to use it to your advantage
South Carolina workers’ compensation laws allow you to ask for payment of your medical bills after a workplace injury. If you cannot work for a while, the law allows you to receive wo-thirds of your lost wages. If your injury is permanent, you may be entitled to disability benefits.
You may keep getting benefits until the treating doctor says you can return to work safely or you have healed as much as you can. During your treatment the doctor may return you to work on light duty restrictions. If your employer pushes you to come back to full duty too soon, your lawyer can help protect your health and your right to benefits.
We guide you through the workers’ compensation process and explain how the law can work in your favor. We speak with the insurance company on your behalf, help you to ensure that you receive the medical care that you need, and represent you in your claim hearings. If you need to appeal, we can complete that process with you.
Your lawyer uses their skill to manage your claim denial
If you’ve already filed your workers’ comp claim and were denied an attorney can help you. Insurance companies often deny the claim just to see if you will not appeal and go away. If you do then they saved money by not providing you the benefits that you need and deserve.
Insurance companies often hope that an injured worker will not hire an attorney to assist them in their claim. Therefore, they deny the claim. But, you can hire an attorney who can help you make sure the insurance company provides you the benefits you need.
Turn to the experienced team at Smith Jordan Law for your workers’ compensation claim
At Smith Jordan Law, our lawyers have over 40 years of experience handling workers’ compensation cases for injured workers just like you. We understand your concerns and dedicate ourselves to sharing the burden with you. When you want to get better and return to work, you need the benefits your employer owes you, and we are here to secure them for you.
We begin with a free consultation so you can get answers to your questions, building your confidence to work with us. When we accept your case, we tailor our approach to your unique circumstances, seeking a satisfactory result. We provide personalized attention while calling on the insight of our entire team.
Contact us to schedule a complimentary case review with a skilled Greenville workers’ compensation lawyer at Smith Jordan Law by calling (864) 343-2222 today.