Do I Need a Lawyer?

Do I Need a Lawyer?

If you were injured on the job, you may be asking, “Is it necessary to hire a lawyer?” The answer depends on various factors. Florida’s workers’ compensation rules can further complicate this question. To determine whether you need legal representation to seek compensation for your work-related injuries and expenses, consult a seasoned workers’ compensation attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Our lawyers are ready to review your case during a free consultation. We will discuss the events surrounding your work accident, evaluate your injuries, estimate the value of compensation and benefits you can pursue, explore your available options, and guide you through making informed decisions about the next steps in your workers’ comp case. We are ready to answer your questions and determine the strength of your workers’ comp claim.

How Can a Lawyer Help Me Win My Workers’ Compensation Case?

Our experienced Florida workers’ compensation attorneys at the Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld, P.A. can help you in the following ways:

• We will review your workers’ comp claim to better understand your unique situation and guide your case strategy.
• We quickly answer any questions or concerns you may have about your case — We’re available 24/7, day and night. Your immediate requests are our priority.
• We will explain relevant factors, legal processes, and laws affecting your claim.
• We regularly update you to keep you informed about your case throughout the legal process.
• Our knowledgeable and dedicated support staff has been with our firm for over a decade. We can help you in English or Spanish.
• All members of our team uphold confidentiality, transparency, honesty, and professionalism.
• Our firm handles workers’ comp and third-party injury claims following a workplace accident. If we determine you should have two separate claims, we can handle both for you and seek the greater compensation you need to account for your injuries and losses.
• We have been through this before, and like a dependable family, we are prepared to go through the legal process with you to pursue your interests from start to finish.
• Our consultations are 100% free of charge so we can give you access to the informed guidance and direction you need to protect your future.

We are committed to pursuing injured workers’ needs, and we remain beside you through this difficult time to seek the compensation you and your family need. Don’t risk trying to pursue your workers’ compensation claim on your own. We are here to guide you, and we invest in your recovery.

We Guide You Through The Following Steps and Avoid Threatening Pitfalls When Pursuing Your Florida Workers’ Compensation Claim:

• Reporting Your Injury: You will need to promptly report your injury to your employer, along with accurate details regarding the accident.
• Pursuing Medical Treatment from the Appropriate Doctors: We will help you seek the medical treatment you need from the authorized healthcare providers matching the workers’ comp insurance carrier’s approved list of doctors. It is important to follow these doctors’ instructions and keep all related medical documentation and records to support your claim.
• Filing Your Claim: Our team will help submit the workers’ compensation claim form to the Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) within the designated time frame.
• The DWC Claim Review Process: As the DWC reviews your claim, the insurance company can conduct an investigation of the details of the reported incident, your injuries, and the medical documentation. We will help you through the process to provide requested information in order to cooperate with the investigation and review.
• If Your Claim is Approved: In the case of an approved claim, we will guide you through the process of determining benefits, which may include medical benefits, wage replacement, and disability benefits according to the severity of the injury you suffered.
• Resolving Disputes or Appealing Denials: If facts are disputed or if your claim is denied, our attorneys will assess the matter and coordinate with you to determine the right next steps to pursue the compensation you need, following a tailored strategy. Our experienced Florida workers’ compensation attorneys will handle negotiations or the appeals process as needed for your unique case.

Throughout the duration of your workers’ comp claim, our Fort Lauderdale workplace injury attorneys will keep you informed regarding developments in the status and progress of your case. We take a personalized approach to each client’s needs and invest in your recovery when we take your case. We adjust our tactics as needed in the face of claim disputes, and we are available to address your questions and concerns.

Common Reasons Why You May Need a Florida Attorney for a Workers’ Compensation Case

You may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in Florida after experiencing any of a wide range of injuries on the job. Such workplace incidents may involve:

• Auto accidents on the job
• Truck accidents at work
• Car accidents during work responsibilities
• Slips, trips, and falls
• Falls from heights
• Injuries caused by equipment or objects
• Heavy machinery injuries
• Heavy equipment accidents
• Catastrophic injuries
• Fractures or broken bones
• Head injuries or Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
• Back injuries, neck injuries, or Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
• Shoulder injuries or knee injuries
• Burns
• Explosions
• Electrocution
• Amputation or loss of limb
• Eye injuries or injuries causing blindness
• Injuries involving facial disfigurement
• Construction accidents
• Crane accidents
• Demolition accidents
• Building collapse accidents
• Repetitive motion injuries / repetitive strain injuries
• Overexertion
• Muscle strains
• Sprains
• Cuts or lacerations
• Soft tissue damage
• Aggravation of pre-existing conditions
• Assaults or fights at the workplace
• Fatal accidents at work

Florida’s workers’ compensation system is designed to compensate injured workers and their families for medical expenses, wage losses, and disability benefits during a time of great need. We understand your pain and difficulty, and we are prepared to discuss your unique circumstances to pursue a workers’ compensation claim with personalized attention.

Contact the Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld Now for More Information

Our law firm won’t charge you for your initial consultation. We also take cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means we are only paid if we recover compensation for you. When we take your case, we invest in your recovery. We go through these difficulties with you and pursue your interests to seek the compensation you need.

Reach out to us at the Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld today at (954) 677-0155(954) 677-0155 or fill out our online form to schedule a free consultation. We are ready to answer your questions and help you plan your next steps to pursue financial recovery following your work injury.

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