Filing a Worker’s Compensation Claim: The Steps to Take
With over four decades experience in the Michigan legal scene, the worker’s comp lawyers at The Clark Law Office are battle-tested, and will fight for you. Past victories have given our lawyers the investigative and litigious skills necessary to take on major insurance companies and walk away with fair settlements. If you are having trouble getting your worker’s comp claim accepted, contact us to have a dedicated attorney look over your case and see what is a legitimate compensation demand.
Our attorneys are well-versed in Michigan state law regarding worker’s compensation benefits, meaning they are in a good position to counsel and represent employees with work-related injuries. Some of these injuries may include but are not limited to:
Given our experience in the worker’s comp claim filing process, our lawyers are well-suited for the entire process, from the initial notice of injury and accident report to the conclusion. We will use all of our resources to protect your rights and make sure you receive all of the benefits to which you’re entitled under Michigan state law. Injured workers can count on us for each of the following legal issues:
Once a case has been taken, you can count on the workers’ compensation attorneys at The Clark Law Office to fight for your claim as hard as necessary.
Arguably the two most major components of every workers’ compensation case fall in the relevance and future aspects of the injury. First, you must prove that your injury is work-related, in that it would not have occurred if not due to your employment. This can be obvious, like a machinery injury on a construction site or a severe burn due to a stove at a restaurant. However, it can also be something more indirect, such as a car accident while driving on the clock for your employer, or the development of a repetitive action injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tennis elbow.
Regardless, the injury’s origin must be work-related for workers’ comp. The second element is the future ability to work. The worker must prove that the injury makes them unable to gain employment or work, rendering them disabled, either for the time being or permanently.
As with most things, preparation is everything in worker’s compensation. The process of filing for worker’s comp involves providing thorough documentation, or you risk being denied. You need to have medical records, diagnoses, and all other relevant information on hand, to expedite the process and cut off easy exits for the insurance company.
When appealing a denial of worker’s comp benefits, an additional medical opinion affirming your condition may also be necessary, especially if the insurance company has deemed you only partially disabled (their way of avoiding a payout or settlement). Throughout this entire process, having a skilled worker’s comp lawyer by your side can make a massive difference. The right lawyer will compile all of the relevant information and know exactly which angles the insurers will aim for, to cut them off preemptively. Based off past legal experience, these lawyers can give you a strong chance at your claim going favorably.
At The Clark Law Office, we know that an injury can be debilitating, both for the worker and their family. That is why we fight for them in court, preparing strong cases to ensure they get the benefits to which they’re entitled under the law. We don’t let insurance companies call the shots, as we know it will almost always hurt our clients. Get in touch with an experienced worker’s comp lawyer today, or call us at +1 (517) 347-6900.