Workers Compensation Attorney in Augusta

Workers' compensation insurance is meant for employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. When you're injured at work, this insurance should take care of your medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs.

Here’s the catch, though; you must report your injury to your employer promptly. The employer will then file a claim with their insurance provider. The insurance company will review your claim and, if approved, start providing the necessary benefits. 

Filing a workers' compensation lawsuit becomes necessary when your claim is denied for unfair reasons or the benefits provided are not enough to cover your needs. You may also consider taking legal action if your employer or their insurance company disputes the severity of your injury or if you experience retaliation for filing a claim.

Upon reviewing your case for free, our workers' compensation experts can help determine the best course of action.

Suppose the case goes to court and you win; you may be entitled to more compensation than you would have had the insurance company agreed to settle. Some damages awarded in a workers’ compensation lawsuit include:

 Medical expenses for treatment and rehabilitation

• Lost wages for the time you were unable to work
• Compensation for permanent disability, if applicable 
• Vocational rehabilitation costs to help you return to work
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Future medical costs related to the injury
• Death benefits for surviving family members in the case of a fatal injury
• Legal costs involved

If you're facing challenges with your workers' compensation claim, you’ll be glad to discover that you can engage experts from America’s most powerful injury firm without spending a dime out of pocket. To get started, all you need to do is fill out our free case evaluation form. We may be able to assign an experienced attorney to your case.