Employers have a responsibility to provide a safe work environment for their employees. Despite this requirement, countless workplace injuries and deaths take place each year, leaving workers wondering where to turn for just compensation. Have you been injured at work or lost a loved one due to a workplace accident? The team of experienced Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida workers’ compensation attorneys at Greene & Phillips can help determine your eligibility for benefits as well as ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. To learn more about how we can help, contact our office today for a free consultation. In Alabama alone, over 42,000 non-fatal occupational injuries and illnesses take place each year. If these employees were forced to file suit against their employers for compensation, it would create a logistical and financial burden on everyone involved. The solution, although an imperfect one, is the state-mandated workers’ compensation system. Each state creates its own insurance system, ensuring that workers hurt on the job can receive sufficient compensation for their losses, regardless of fault. It doesn’t matter whether the employer, the injured worker, or someone else was responsible for the injury; the employee would still receive benefits under the workers’ compensation system. Most employers are required to have this coverage. For example, employers in Alabama that have five or more employees must carry workers’ compensation coverage. If an employee becomes injured, develops an occupational disease, or is killed in the course of their employment, there are benefits available under this program. In general, you can’t sue your employer after a work-related accident. But, if another party was responsible for your injuries or condition, you may have the right to seek compensation through a third-party case. Whether you are an employee in Alabama, Mississippi, or Florida, the payment of workers’ compensation benefits is somewhat standard. Each state’s Workers’ Compensation Act determines the amount of benefits available, but they generally fall into three broad categories: No matter your industry or profession, you likely face some occupational risks and can be injured on the job or suffer from an occupational disease. However, some of the more common types of workplace accidents include: A worker might suffer from a wide range of injuries or occupational diseases related to their employment. Some common workplace injuries and conditions that we see include: If you have suffered a work-related injury or believe that you have an occupational disease, it’s important that you notify your employer immediately. Each state has time limits for notification (you have five days from the date of an accident in Alabama to notify your employer). If you miss certain deadlines, your employer or their insurance company can use this as grounds to deny your claim. Once you’ve notified your employer of your injury, they will tell you where you can go to get medical treatment. If you aren’t satisfied with the treating physician, you can request a change, but the system does require that you follow the doctor’s treatment plan. Just because you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits by law, that doesn’t mean you won’t run into some roadblocks when you try to collect the compensation you deserve. It’s not uncommon to have an employer deny that an injury took place at work, demand that a worker returns to work too soon, or even fire a worker for reporting an injury or occupational illness. It is important to understand that employers and their insurance companies have a financial incentive to pay out as little as possible in claims. If you are facing challenges collecting workers’ compensation benefits or simply want to ensure that you receive fair treatment, you should speak with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. Further, if you need to pursue a third-party action or want to get the best settlement possible, you need qualified legal counsel in your corner. Workers’ compensation cases can quickly become complicated. Often, proving that your injury was work-related can be difficult, and may require extensive medical and legal documentation. When you have been seriously hurt, you should be focusing on your recovery instead of having to deal with distracting and frustrating claim issues. At Greene & Phillips, we understand the complex workers’ compensation process in Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff will fully explain your rights, take the time to answer your questions, and help you obtain the benefits you deserve. We never charge a fee for our services until we secure compensation for you. Call our office today at 1-888-510-1020 or stop by at your convenience to receive a free consultation.Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Serving Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi
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