The work injury law firm of Los Angeles Workers' Comp Attorneys help clients who have been injured on the job to navigate the Federal workers' compensation system and get the benefits they are entitled to. This may include filing and appealing claims, negotiating with insurance companies, and representing clients in hearings and appeals. Our workers' comp lawyers serve all cities and courts throughout Los Angeles and may also help clients who have been denied benefits or whose benefits have been terminated. Additionally, we may provide guidance on issues related to job retraining and disability benefits, and may also assist clients in seeking additional compensation through third-party liability claims.
To receive compensation for injuries sustained at work, you should report the injury to your employer as soon as possible. Your employer should then provide you with the necessary forms to file a workers' compensation claim and see a medical professional. The claim is usually processed through the state's workers' compensation board. It is important to keep records of all medical expenses and any time missed from work as a result of the injury. Contact us today to discuss your claim!
When you file a workers’ compensation claim in California, you usually receive a decision about whether your claim was accepted within 90 days. Lack of response within 90 days counts as the claim being accepted. If your claim is denied, the Division of Workers’ Compensation will notify you of this decision no more than 90 days after you file form DWC-1. As disappointing as it may be to see your claim denied, it does not automatically mean that your only options for paying your medical bills are to borrow money or try your hand at crowdfunding....Continue Reading...
