Filing a Workers Comp Claim
If you are injured at work or have a work-related illness, you are entitled to workers compensation benefits. Starting a claim is not difficult. But you should still seek legal counsel to help you with your Jackson workers compensation claim to make sure your claim addresses all you are entitled to receive.
For help, you can call me, Sherry House-Percival of Percival Law Offices. As an experienced worker compensation attorney in Jackson, you can count of me to work aggressively on your behalf, but treat you with dignity and respect.
Filing a workers compensation claim in Jackson
Get medical attention—even if your injury or illness does not seem serious, go to a doctor for at least the minimal treatment. Take a copy of the doctor’s report with you to verify that your injury exists as part of your workers comp claim.
Tell your employer— as soon as possible after your accident, contact your supervisor to report your accident. You must tell your employer about your accident within 30 days of the date it happens.
Submit a claim form— download a workers comp claim form or get one from your employer. Complete the requested information and give it to your employer or mail it to the state workers compensation office.
Request benefits— most on-the-job injuries are covered. Exceptions include injuries that occur as a result of your intoxication or illegal drug use; self-inflicted injuries; injuries that occur during the commission of a crime; any off-the-job injuries, and injuries that happen in violation of a company policy.
Get a second opinion—it is normal for your employer to want you to see a company-approved doctor. But, you are entitled to get a second opinion from someone you trust.
Appeal a denied claim—if your claim is denied, you can request a hearing before the Workers Compensation Board. You can also appeal your case before the workers compensation administrative law judge.
Keep in mind that if your workers comp claim in Jackson is like most, you may need counsel from an experienced attorney. I can help you get the maximum workers compensation settlement in Jackson. Call me at 731-506-4902 to discuss your case.
