Workers’ Compensation can be a daunting and complicated process. Any employee injured on the job has the right to and should file a claim. At Erwin, McCane & Daley, our mission is to help our clients, and anyone looking for resources on Workers’ Compensation, to navigate their way to the benefits they deserve. It’s important […]
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When someone is injured at work, there are two questions that immediately arise following their accident: Do I qualify for workers’ compensation? What benefits can I expect to receive? As part of a typical workers’ compensation claim you are entitled to four different kinds of benefits: Weekly compensation Permanent impairment benefits Payment of medical bills Death benefits […]
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Getting injured at work can be overwhelming. In the unfortunate event that you are hurt on the job, be prepared. Learn more today about the benefits of workers’ compensation. Workers’ Compensation: Steps To Get Started: Step 1: Reporting the Injury Step 2: Receiving Medical Treatment Step 3: Employer Reports Injury Step 4: Carrier Sends […]
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It is important to understand the difference between personal injury cases versus workers’ compensation claims when considering which to pursue after an accident. Read more in our blog where we explain how these two different kinds of claims work and why you should contact an attorney immediately if you’ve been injured at work and are […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic presents unexpected circumstances that have already affected countless workers’ compensation claims across the nation. Claimants in states with high infection rates have had to cancel court hearings or postpone them until infected parties are well enough to testify. In addition, these claimants have had to make arrangements for medical care and transportation […]
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It can be difficult to decide how to proceed with a claim if you’ve never experienced it before. Figuring out how much your claim will cost and what to do if your employer denies your claim can seem overwhelming, and that’s why it’s important to take certain steps prior to meeting with your Workers’ Compensation […]
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The workers’ compensation process will vary depending on the employer and worker. However, there are seven key steps that take place, no matter the claim. Let’s go through each one to ensure you’re making the right strides toward getting the workers’ compensation you are entitled to. Breaking Down the Workers’ Compensation Process These seven steps […]
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If you’ve been injured at work and have filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may ask yourself, “Do I need to hire a worker’s compensation lawyer?” While some may think they can get by without an attorney, it’s always in your best interest to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer as soon as possible. Not only […]
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Did you know that you could receive a Workers’ Compensation medical “buyout”? That’s right. If you received a settlement by way of “Stipulations with Request for Award” or a “Findings and Awards” issued by a judge, a Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier may contact you about settling your case through a lump sum of money. To […]
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If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be wondering when you’ll receive your Workers’ Compensation settlement. This process can be frustrating, especially if you’ve been permanently disabled in a work-related accident. Before you settle on a payment, it’s important to educate yourself on your available options. Workers’ compensation benefits don’t last forever. So, […]
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