When To Hire A Workers Comp Lawyer

The decision on when to hire a workers comp lawyer is a decision many injured workers face. You may be out of work and collecting your workers compensation checks. Or maybe your claim was outright denied. Or maybe you went back to work but only received some of the benefits you were entitled to. Regardless of the situation, it is generally best to have representation when dealing with a work injury. After all, the workers compensation insurance company has their lawyers. You need a lawyer too. Here are some situations when it is best to have representation:

You Are Out Of Work And Collecting Your Workers Comp Checks

In this situation, it is just a matter of time before the workers compensation insurance company stops paying you. They have the right to stop paying you within the first 180 days of your work accident. Don’t wait to hire an attorney when your benefits are terminated. Have representation already secured so that your attorney can file a claim for you with the Department of Industrial Accidents as soon as benefits are terminated.

The Insurance Company Has Denied Your Claim

In this situation you really should have representation because a claim for benefits must be filed at the Department of Industrial Accidents. Whether you are still out of work or you have returned to work, if your case was denied, and you are owed benefits, then your case needs to be filed in court. The court process for these cases can be very confusing and there are traps for the unwary. Having representation ensures you will be on equal footing with the lawyers from the insurance company.

Boston Workers Compensation Attorney Christopher Earley Can Help

Deciding when to hire a workers comp lawyer is one that injured workers routinely face. The insurance company does not want you to hire a lawyer. That is because these companies know they can get away with paying you nothing, or less than what they owe you. Don’t let them strip away your rights. Contact Boston workers comp lawyer Christopher Earley today for your free, no-obligation consultation.