If you experience a personal injury while on the job, you could find yourself unable to work for weeks or months. Although workers’ compensation programs provide financial relief for medical bills and lost wages, complications with your employer or the insurance company can keep you from getting needed compensation. Here’s a closer look at why you should hire an injury attorney to assist you when such issues arise.

3 Reasons to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

1. Address Disputes

Many workers’ compensation claims are processed smoothly, but it’s common for the insurance company to deny a claim. It might be denied over whether the injury occurred at work, or if you had a pre-existing condition. Get a lawyer to negotiate with the insurance company, especially if the injury has a permanent impact on your ability to work.

2. Gather & Present Evidence

An attorney will help you gather records related to your injury, obtain independent medical exams, and gain other important testimonies. This information will be vital in establishing your rights to compensation.

3. Get a Higher Settlement

Lawyers have ample experience in negotiating and structuring insurance settlements. As a result, working with an attorney will make you more likely to get a higher compensation that fully covers your expenses. Your lawyer will also represent you if the case needs to go to trial, only charging a contingency fee based on the money you recover in your settlement.

If you’d like expert help with your workers’ compensation case, contact the skilled team at The Curt Davis Law Office in Kentucky. These legal professionals have over 30 years of combined experience and serve the Pulaski, McCreary, and Wayne Counties. They practice several areas of law, including wills and estates, wrongful death, personal injury, and bankruptcy. Send a message online to schedule a free consultation, or call (606) 678-2525 to speak with a team member about your case.