Maryland Workers Compensation Lawyers
The lawyers at Cohen & Cohen P.C. have years of experience representing clients in a wide range of specializations, including workers compensation. When you hire our Maryland workers compensation lawyers who have a proven record of success, your odds of achieving the desired outcome increase. Although less experienced workers compensation lawyers may possess a thorough understanding of local laws, they may lack skills that can only be developed through the time they spend navigating the intricacies of real claim disputes, local laws, and systems.
What is workers compensation?
Workers compensation is essentially insurance for workers who have suffered injury or illness and are able to prove that it was a direct result of their employment or employer.
How is workers compensation insurance usually paid for?
In most states, employers are responsible for paying for workers compensation insurance. Under no circumstances should your employer require you to contribute financially to the overall cost of compensation insurance.
How is benefit eligibility determined?
Benefit eligibility varies based on your injuries or illness, and the laws in your state. The variability of each state’s workers compensation laws is another reason people seek the assistance of a local workers compensation lawyer. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may be eligible to collect temporary disability benefits, which are typically two-thirds of your regular wages. If your injury or illness occurred in the state of Maryland, contact local Maryland workers compensation lawyers for more specific advice and insight into the types of benefits you may be eligible for.Â
Who is responsible for processing workers compensation claims?
The workers compensation board for the state where the claim was filed will process the subsequent workers compensation claim. The workers compensation board is a state agency, and if deemed necessary, the board can intervene to help determine what the specific insurer will be required to reimburse the claimant with regards to cash benefits, medical care, and will be able to specify the amounts that are payable.
Do I need a lawyer for my workers’ compensation claim?
It largely depends on the severity of your illness or injury and whether your employer or the insurer is disputing your claim. In general, it is advisable to work with a lawyer due to the nature of workers compensation laws, which by nature are confusing for those with no professional legal experience.
Maryland Workers Compensation Lawyers
We understand that workers compensation claims may be particularly complex when factors beyond your control influence the direction of the claims process. Our firm is well prepared with the knowledge, tools, and experience needed to effectively handle disputes that arise during the workers compensation claims process. Even if you are unsure about the viability of your claim, we are available to review your case and help you understand what your options are.
To find out more information about our law firm, or for a free case evaluation with one of our Maryland workers compensation lawyers, contact Cohen & Cohen today.
