INJURED AT WORK?
Employers in Fort Wayne are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their workers who become injured on the job.
When you suffer a serious injury on the job, you have to deal with your employer and your employer’s workers’ comp insurance company. With little communication back and forth, it is easy to feel like you are getting lost in the system and that you have no power over the negotiations.
WORK COMP STATISTICS
According to U.S. Department of Labor, there were 54,311 work related injuries reported in Indiana in 2013. In 2014, 89 people were killed in work related accidents. 3,714 work related claims were disputed by Indiana employers during 2013. In 2014, total compensation plus medical bills paid in Indiana totaled $89,631,452.00. 62% of Indiana disability cases are temporary in nature. Most workers do not understand their full rights when it comes to workers’ compensation. As a result, many workers end up not getting the full compensation they deserve. Which is one reason why you should contact an experienced Fort Wayne workers’ compensation attorney. Delventhal Law Office is here to help you get the compensation you deserve.
If you have been injured at work, you are entitled to three benefits: Payment of medical bills Temporary total disability: Two-thirds of your lost wages if you are unable to work due to a temporary disability Permanent partial disability: A lump sum, if you are disabled as a result of your injury Many people do not realize that they may be eligible for additional compensation after their work injury. You could receive compensation for pain and suffering, which is not possible under workers’ comp. If someone besides your employer or a co-worker is responsible for the conditions that led to your workplace accident, we can help you explore your rights to a personal injury claim.
At the Delventhal Law Office LLC, our Fort Wayne workers’ compensation attorney can help you take a stand and get fair compensation for your injuries. There are statutes protecting the rights of northeast Indiana workers, and we will make sure you get the full extent of benefits to which you are entitled, regardless of the type of injuries you have suffered. Our firm handles all personal injury and workers’ compensation claims on a contingency basis, so you do not have to worry about legal fees until we get you fair compensation.
WHAT TO DO
- Report your injury to your supervisor or manager immediately, regardless of whether or not you think that you will need medical treatment.
- Insist that your supervisor or manager prepare a written accident report.
- Attend all appointments and examinations scheduled for you by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier. Avoid re-scheduling appointments whenever possible. Missing or re-scheduling more than one appointment may result in the suspension of your workers’ compensation benefits.
- Keep copies of all restrictions, off-work statements, and reports given to you by each doctor that you see.
- Ask for a second opinion if you are unhappy with your medical treatment. Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance carrier will decide whether or not to grant this second opinion.
- Contest any denial of benefits on the basis of a pre-existing condition. You are entitled to benefits even if you had a pre-existing condition, as long as the injury is an aggravation of the existing condition.
- Obtain a copy of the accident report from your manager or supervisor.
- Report to the Indiana Department of Labor any threats or retaliations made by your employer for filing or attempting to file a workers’ compensation claim. It is against Indiana law to retaliate against an employee for filing a workers’ compensation claim.
- If you attend an appointment or examination outside of the county where you work, keep a log of the miles traveled, the date, and the name of the doctor. You are entitled to be reimbursed at the rate that State of Indiana employees receive per mile if you have to travel outside of your county of employment for any appointment or examination. -Track the time that you were unable to work due to your work injury. You are entitled to weekly TTD benefits if you are off of work for more than seven days. -If eligible, request a Board-appointed independent medical examination if the doctor chosen by the workers’ compensation insurance carrier releases you from further care and states that you have reached maximum medical improvement.
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NOT TO DO
Following a serious work injury accident, you may be worried that you cannot afford a top-rated Fort Wayne workers’ compensation lawyer. After all, lawyers are expensive – right? This is based on a common misconception. At the Delventhal Law Office, our skilled legal team takes on all workplace injury claims on a contingency fee basis. Not only do we offer free case evaluations, but we do not get paid until you get paid. There are never any out-of-pocket costs for you. If you do not win your case, then our law firm does not get paid. It is as simple as that.
- Do not allow your employer to put you back to work in a job that violates your work restrictions.
- Do not allow the workers’ compensation insurance carrier to delay their decision about approving or denying your claim. Indiana law requires the workers’ compensation insurance carrier to inform you of their decision within 30 days after the claim is filed.
- You have the right to not allow the nurse case manager into the examination room while you are being examined by a doctor.
- Do not allow your employer to tell you that there is a “minimum” period that you must work in order to receive workers’ compensation benefits. You are entitled to benefits immediately if you are injured.
DELVENTHAL LAW OFFICE DIFFERENCE
We will make a recovery or you don’t pay. It’s that simple. We understand that you have already been through a lot and to make your life easier, we offer a FREE, no-obligation consultation to review your case. Next, we will discuss your options. If we take your case, we will get paid only when you do. If we don’t make a recovery, you owe us nothing.
- You can contact us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a free consultation with our lawyers.
- When you contact us a lawyer will immediately respond – No call centers – No time waiting for the important legal advice you need.
- Our no recovery, no fee promise – You won’t have to pay a dime until there is a successful resolution to your case.
- All Fort Wayne workers’ compensation lawyers at our office have years of experience litigating such cases, so they know how to get the maximum compensation for your case.
- Remember, our consultations are free, and when we take a case, we do not charge our clients a penny until our client makes a recovery. If you don’t make a recovery, then we don’t get paid. That’s how confident we are in our expertise. Call (260) 484-6655 now to speak to a Fort Wayne workers’ compensation attorney immediately.
AREAS WE PRACTICE
At the Delventhal Law office, our Fort Wayne personal injury attorneys are committed to fighting for the rights and interests of accident victims. If you or a family member was injured because of the carelessness or recklessness of another party, we can help. Our Indiana personal injury lawyers handle a wide array of legal cases, including:
Car Accidents
Our top-rated Fort Wayne car accident attorneys are committed to fighting for the legal rights and financial interests of injured victims.
Bicycle Accidents
Besides collisions between vehicles, crashes involving cyclists and vehicles are some of the most common types.
Truck Accidents
Treating truck accident-related injuries can leave injured parties struggling with mounting medical bills and undue hardship.
Workers' Compensation
When you suffer a serious injury on the job, you have to deal with your employer and your employer’s workers’ comp insurance company.
Wrongful Death
Collecting damages can never replace the loss of a loved one, but it can go a long way towards helping a family pay off medical debt and focus on grieving.
Motorcycle Accidents
The trouble with motorcycle riders is that they don’t necessarily have a reputation for defensive driving.
Birth Injuries
We represent mothers and children when they are injured by medical malpractice.
Burn Injury
When a person sustains debilitating burn injuries, it can be difficult and sometimes even impossible to return to life before the accident.
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