Missouri Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Defending Injured Workers’ Rights
If you have suffered a work-related injury, the experienced attorneys at Bergmanis Law Firm, L.L.C., can help. At our office in Camdenton, we help people who have suffered job injuries file for workers’ compensation benefits.
Do not depend on an insurance company to protect your rights. Contact our team instead. Schedule a free consultation with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney at our Lake of the Ozarks office. Call 573-317-4156.
Workers’ Comp Benefits Available In Missouri
In Missouri, workers’ compensation benefits help employees who get hurt or sick because of their job. These benefits are meant to support you while you recover and keep your finances stable. Here are the main types of benefits:
- Medical expenses: Covers doctor visits, hospital stays, rehab and any medicine you need because of your injury or illness.
- Temporary total disability: Helps replace lost wages if you can’t work for a while. Usually, you get two-thirds of your average weekly pay.
- Permanent partial disability: Provides financial support if you have a lasting injury that partly affects your ability to work, based on how serious it is.
- Permanent total disability: Offers long-term financial support if you’re unable to work at all due to your injury or illness.
- Occupational illness compensation: Covers illnesses you get from workplace conditions, giving you medical and financial help while you recover.
- Death benefits: Provides support for the family of a worker who dies because of a work-related injury or illness, including funeral costs and ongoing financial help.
Knowing about these benefits can make it easier to handle your workers’ comp claim. If you need help, our team is ready to guide you through the whole process. We can also help you file a wrongful death claim if your loved one passes in a fatal workplace accident.
Common Types Of Workplace Accidents In Missouri
Workplace accidents can vary widely, but some common types tend to result in severe injuries. Here are a few examples:
- Falls
- Struck-by accidents
- Machinery accidents
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Overexertion
- Vehicle accidents
If you have experienced any of these incidents at work, our team is here to assist you with your claim. Our goal is to support you and your family during this already difficult time.
Why Do I Need An Attorney?
When you suffer a work-related injury, your case is typically assigned to a claims adjuster who determines when to pay claims and when to deny claims for benefits. The insurance adjuster works for the insurance company. Their loyalty is to the insurance company.`
When an employee decides to aggressively pursue their claim for workers’ compensation benefits, the insurance company has a team of lawyers who are dedicated to protecting their rights. You should have an attorney on your side as well.
What To Do After A Workplace Accident
After a work injury, it’s important to act fast to secure your workers’ compensation benefits. First, report the injury to your employer within 30 days. Detail what happened and your injury or symptoms. Missing this deadline can hurt your chances of getting benefits.
After reporting, your employer will help you file a formal workers’ comp claim. Although you technically have two years from the injury date or last benefit payment to file, it’s best to act quickly. This way, you can avoid delays in receiving medical care and wage compensation.
If you face a denied workers’ comp claim or need help with the process, your workers’ compensation attorney from Bergmanis Law Firm, L.L.C., can help.
Let The Experienced Team At Bergmanis Law Firm, L.L.C., Protect Your Rights
Do not wait until your medical bills pile up and you do not have the ability to provide for yourself or your family. Contact an experienced workers’ compensation attorney who will aggressively fight for your right to receive the maximum amount of benefits for your injuries.
At Bergmanis Law Firm, L.L.C., we can help you file for workers’ compensation benefits, seek permanent partial disability payments, permanent total disability payments and compensation for disfigurement.
If you have aggravated a preexisting injury, we can help you seek benefits from the Second Injury Fund. We will help coordinate your medical care, schedule an independent medical exam, meet with vocational experts to see if you are able to return to work and dedicate ourselves to protecting your rights.
Talk To An Experienced Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today
If you’ve been injured on the job, it’s important to understand your rights and options for work injury claims. Our experienced workers’ compensation team is here to help you with your claim and seek the benefits you’re entitled to. Call 573-317-4156 or use our online contact form to start discussing with an experienced workplace accident attorney.
