Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Parkville, MD

Some jobs in Maryland, like working at the ports or offshore, in construction, or working in manufacturing or machine operation, are naturally more dangerous than others, like office jobs. However, people in white-collar jobs risk a workplace injury or may develop an occupational disease or illness (like carpal tunnel syndrome or thoracic outlet syndrome) that could have them out of work for weeks or be subject to invasive and painful medical procedures. If you were injured or developed a medical condition because of the working environment, you likely can receive benefits through your employer’s Workers’ Compensation insurance plan (even if you work for the government) 

However, many things can go wrong between getting hurt at work and getting the benefits you deserve. Your employer could deny your claim, or the insurance company may claim it’s a pre-existing condition. If you’re struggling to get the full complement of benefits you deserve, or if your workplace accident was caused by the actions of a third party, a Parkville, MD, workers’ compensation lawyer can help you get the settlement you deserve. Contact the skilled attorneys at Parker, Pallet, Slezak & Russell, LLC today for a free consultation.

Maryland Workers’ Compensation – What You Need To Know

Almost all employers in Maryland provide workers’ compensation benefits to employees. This employer-sponsored coverage begins the day you start work—there is no waiting period. It’s intended to ensure that you have access to quality medical and rehabilitative care and provides a wage stipend so you can pay your bills while you’re out of work recovering.

Filing a claim seems straightforward, but your employer may not fulfill their end, causing a delay of benefits. Or, their insurance carrier may question the injury. It’s not uncommon for insurance companies to claim that an occupational illness is a pre-existing condition or that the worker’s own carelessness or negligence caused the injury, especially in higher-value claims.

If you have trouble getting your claim approved by your employer or your insurance company, or if you’re not getting your benefits as you should, it’s time to seek legal help.

What Does A Parkville Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Do?

Workers’ compensation attorneys help injured workers like you secure the benefits they’re entitled to and can draft and file an appeal for denied or minimized benefits. We also help you respond to inquiries from the insurance company, protecting your claim and ensuring that all requested forms and supporting documentation are properly submitted. If your claim is denied, we can appeal the denial.

Some people may be injured due to the actions of a third party. For example, if you’re a delivery driver and you’re in a wreck while on the job, the at-fault driver may be partly liable for your workplace accident. You have the right to file a third lawsuit against them—which we can handle for you—in addition to receiving your workers’ comp benefits.

Legal Help For Injured Maryland Workers

Has your workers’ compensation claim been denied or minimized? Do you need to learn more about your options for a third-party lawsuit? The attorneys at Parker, Pallet, Slezak & Russell, LLC, support their rights of injured workers like you, and we’re determined to ensure you receive the full array of benefits and other compensation you are entitled to. Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Parkville workers’ compensation lawyer.