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3 Reasons to Hire an Attorney for Your Compensation Claim

When a person is injured on the job, they may want to consider filing a workers’ compensation claim to address their medical bills and their time lost at work. These claims can become complicated, however. In part, this is due to the influence of the insurance companies which issue worker’s comp policies. These insurers often try to deny claims to protect their company finances. Because of this kind of action, a person may find themselves without the coverage they need.

In most cases, workers who sustain injuries on the job or develop occupational illnesses due to the nature or circumstances of their work are entitled to seek benefits. To learn more about your options, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., by calling 888-389-COMP.

Why You Should Not File Alone

Though you are not required to retain an attorney to assist you with your initial filing, the reality is that it is typically in your best interest to do so. Moreover, at later stages of the process, it may become necessary to hire a legal representative anyway, possibly to address issues that could have been avoided altogether with the earlier involvement of a legal advocate. The following are three advantages of working with an attorney.

#1: An attorney can fight for your claim against a compensation insurer.

Legal representation means that a person can rely on their attorney to deal with the denial of claims an insurer may present. If a person pursues an appeal, legal help may prove extremely useful for them, and if the claim reaches litigation, it is absolutely essential.

#2: A lawyer can help you work through compensation filing.

The first round of paperwork associated with workers’ compensation can often prove the most important. If a person works with an attorney during this process, they can reduce the likelihood of mistakes in the completion of the paperwork or a failure to abide by procedural requirements and timelines.

#3: A lawyer can provide legal advice and support.

There are many issues a person may face during their workers’ compensation case. An attorney can support that person throughout this process, offering advice and counsel in times of need.

Contact Us

If your injuries at work have left you in need of benefits, we may be able to assist you. For more information regarding your options, contact the New Jersey workers’ compensation attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 888-389-COMP today.