Connecticut Workers' Compensation LawyerWhile most employees are familiar with the concept of workers' compensation benefits, many workers hesitate to claim their rightful benefits after they have been hurt on the job. They may not realize the long-term impact that the injury can have on their lifestyles and careers. A large part of our job as workers' compensation attorneys is to educate and empower our clients regarding their rights. Workers who have been injured at work are encouraged to contact Sousa, Stone & D'Agosto, LLC to schedule a free initial consultation. How a Workers' Compensation Attorney Can Help Right AwayA knowledgeable workers' comp lawyer is well equipped to ensure that your medical bills are paid on time; that you are allowed to work with the doctors who are best suited for your care and treatment, and that the complex forms and procedures of a workers' compensation claim do not stop you from receiving all compensation that you may be entitled to, including disability payments, permanency awards, and settlements. Know Your Rights after You Have Been Hurt on the JobIf you were injured at work and your injury qualifies you for workers' compensation benefits, you should not fear losing your job when you file a legitimate claim. Your job is protected by law. You have the right to file a lawsuit if an employer terminates or demotes you as a result of your workers' compensation claim. (Employers rarely if ever take such a risk.) Workers' Compensation Insurance Carriers Have their Attorneys; Find Yoursit is important to understand that the workers' compensation insurance carriers have an agenda in each case: to minimize payout of benefits. In order to accomplish this the insurance carriers have lawyers representing their interests. Therefore, workers' compensation claimants are well advised to seek the counsel and representation of experienced, well-respected attorneys to level the playing field such as the attorneys at Sousa, Stone & D'Agosto, LLC. Did Your Employer Violate OSHA Rules?A workers' compensation lawyer is also a qualified source of help investigating the possibility that your employer violated OSHA or other relevant federal regulations that sometimes hold the key to understanding the reasons behind an industrial accident. To schedule a consultation regarding a workplace injury and workers' compensation attorney, contact us. |
