How to Get Compensation for Work Injuries
There are many types of work injuries. Some work injuries are very serious, and can even be fatal, but the vast majority of work injuries are relatively minor. No matter how minor your work injuries may be, you are still entitled to get compensation for any expenses or lost wages you incur as a result of your work injuries.
How Long do Claims for Work Injuries Take?
Claims for work injuries can take several weeks. During that time if you are in need of medical attention, but cannot afford doctor bills, we can make arrangements for you to see a physician, and if qualified, not make any payments until your work injuries claim is complete.
How Long do I have to make a Claim for Work Injuries?
Even if you haven’t made a claim for work injuries sustained on the job, you may still be able to get compensation. By law you have up to three years after any work injuries to make a claim.
For minors injured in the workplace, that time period is even longer. The time doesn’t begin to count until the minor is 18 years of age. So if you sustained work injuries as a 16 year old, and you are now 21, you may still be able to make a work injuries claim.
Beginning a Claim for Work Injuries
You will have to file a report with your employer following your work injuries. This is called a “Letter of Claim.” Inside that document you should include all of the information regarding the incident that resulted in your work injuries.
Along with any description of the accident, you need to provide your name and address. You also should provide your national insurance number, and legal reason for filing the claim. We can help you with your work injuries claim by giving you the proper legal reasoning for your work injuries claim.
In your letter describing your claim for work injuries compensation, you need to give them all of the medical information that pertains to your injury. Include doctor’s statements, prescriptions filled and if you are still receiving medical care for your work injuries.
Getting Money to Cover Your Finances during Work Injuries Settlements
It may take weeks to get a settlement for work injuries, but you still have to pay your bills. If you are unable to work because of work injuries, that too much be included in your claim. This is one of the most important reasons to consult with us when filing a claim for work injuries.
It is hard for an insurance company to deny medical bills and even lost wages in some cases, but they can really try to get out of other financial costs incurred due to work injuries. We will make sure you get the most compensation from your work injuries settlement to cover those expenses when you are off of work.
We also provide legal assistance in settling claims where work injuries caused a long-term disability. Don’t let your family deal with the financial fall-out of serious work injuries. Visit our website and see how we can get you the money you need from your work injuries claim.
