Using a Workers' Comp Lawyer
If you were seriously injured at work, you're likely owed permanent disability benefits. Calculating, negotiating, and settling a claim for permanent disability benefits is difficult to do on your own, and you'll almost always get a higher settlement if you hire a workers' comp lawyer. Workers' comp attorneys' fees are a small percentage of the benefits you win and are usually well worth it.
Or, if your claim was denied from the start, so that you haven't even been able to get paid for time off work (temporary disaiblity) or medical treatment, you should definitely consider hiring a lawyer to get your claim accepted.
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What Should You Look for in a Workers' Comp Lawyer?
Learn how to find a qualified workers’ comp attorney who can help you get the benefits you deserve.
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Is It Possible to Find a Free Workers' Comp Lawyer?
Workers' comp attorneys don't often work for free, but they only charge you if you win benefits.
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How Much Does a Workers' Compensation Lawyer Charge?
Workers' comp lawyers usually charge only if they win, and most states set limits on the amount of their fees.
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Should I Hire a Workers' Comp Attorney, or Can I Handle My Own Case?
Learn about which work-related injuries you can probably deal with on your own—and the situations when you’ll need help from a lawyer to get the benefits you deserve.
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Can I Switch Workers' Comp Lawyers?
Learn about the pitfalls of firing your workers’ comp attorney, when it might be necessary, and how it to make a smart decision.
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What a Good Workers' Comp Lawyer Should Do for You
Here's how an experienced workers' comp lawyer can help your case.
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What should I do if my workers' comp attorney isn't returning my calls?
Tips on how to handle communication problems with lawyers in workers' comp cases.
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Get Your Case Reviewed by a Lawyer
Use this form to send the details of your case to local workers' compensation lawyers for evaluation and advice.
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Let Nolo's book help you manage your California workers' compensation claim, from start to finish.
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How Much Does a Workers' Comp Lawyer Cost in California?
Learn whether you can afford to hire a lawyer in your workers' comp case.
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