Employers have strong obligations to maintain a safe workplace in California. They also must buy workers’ compensation insurance in case something goes wrong.
If you are hurt at work, you most likely will need to make a claim through workers’ comp coverage. There are both pros and cons of going through workers’ compensation instead of filing a civil lawsuit and there are also complexities associated with making a successful workers’ compensation claim.
A San Pedro personal injury lawyer at Meissner Law Firm can help you understand how workers’ compensation laws affect your rights. We can also assist you in determining if you can and should file a civil lawsuit, and in making the most of your claims through the workers’ compensation program or the legal system.
To find out more about how we can help and to get a free personalized case evaluation, give us a call at (310) 833-2335 today to schedule a no-cost consultation with a compassionate attorney who is ready to fight for you.
What Are Your Legal Rights After A Workplace Injury?
Workplace injury claims are different from other kinds of injury claims for a few important reasons.
Workers’ compensation is there to pay for your losses regardless of who was to blame for your injury, and coverage for damages is available even if your employer did not engage in any negligence or wrongdoing. Employers have been tasked with the responsibility of providing workers’ compensation insurance to ensure workers are provided for when they’re hurt at work.
Workers’ compensation can provide payment for full or partial disability benefits either temporarily or permanently, and can also pay for your medical bills. You can’t collect pain and suffering, emotional distress compensation, or compensation for other non-economic damages, though, unless you can pursue a personal injury claim against a third party.
Meissner Law Firm helps with workers’ compensation claims to make insurers pay what you’re owed, and we also help with identifying opportunities for claims against non-employers who may be required to provide additional compensation for losses.
What To Look For In A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Finding the right workers’ compensation lawyer is essential to the success of your claim because workers’ comp insurers often deny legitimate claims or try to get you to resolve them for less than your case is worth.
Insurers may also try to force you back to work before you’re ready, compromising your recovery.
You need a workers’ compensation law firm that offers:
- Experience: The Meissner Law Firm has been representing victims injured at work for over 40 years, and we know the California workers’ compensation rules inside and out.
- Commitment: Our attorneys are prepared to put in the time and effort to get you the full amount of compensation you need and deserve following your work injury. This is how we’ve recovered over $200 million in total for clients, including large settlements and court verdicts for injured workers.
- Compassion: This is a difficult time in your life. You need someone who will answer your questions, keep you informed of your case, and ensure that your needs are met. At Meissner Law Firm, your attorney will communicate with you directly about your case — not just a case manager so you’ll have the personalized representation you deserve.
Meissner Law Firm has a long history of success in work injury claims and many satisfied clients. We can bring our legal skills and passionate advocacy to your claim.
Contact A San Pedro Work Injury Lawyer Today
When you are ready to move your case forward with help from a San Pedro work injury lawyer, call Meissner Law today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help you.