Those who have been injured as result of their job duties should be able to depend on workers' compensation benefits to help replace lost wages when they're unable to work. Unfortunately, employers and insurers often make this as difficult as possible, so even small mistakes in an application can jeopardize your ability to collect benefits.

If you've been hurt in an accident or suffer from any medical condition related to your job duties, it's important to:

• Notify Your Employer: Immediately after the injury or accident, notify your manager and fill out an incident report. Even if the injury doesn't appear to be serious, you should take steps to protect your rights if you require more extensive medical treatment later. Workers with work-related illnesses or repetitive injuries should notify their employers immediately after their diagnosis or risk having their claim denied.
• Hire an Attorney: The workers' compensation claims process is incredibly complex, rife with pitfalls that could threaten your ability to collect the benefits you deserve. An attorney will represent your interests, fill out the appropriate forms, and ensure all deadlines are met. If your employer tries to deny responsibility for your injuries, an experienced attorney will know how to build and present your case in the most compelling manner possible.
• Keep Up With Your Medical Treatment: Follow your doctor's instructions, and show up to any therapeutic treatments they prescribe. If the Board finds you are not working to reach the maximum level of improvement, they may terminate your benefits.

The attorneys at Goddard, Hammontree, & Bolding L.L.C. in Dalton, Georgia, have an in-depth understanding of the workers' compensation system, knowledge they'll use to ensure you get the benefits you deserve. With their lawyers representing your interests, you can concentrate on your recovery, confident they'll achieve the best possible for your case. Learn more about their workers' compensation services online, or schedule a consultation now by calling (706) 278-0464.