Cumberland Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
Workers’ Compensation is the first source of compensation for most injured workers in Maryland. You can start receiving benefits quickly, and you do not need to prove fault. It is an insurance claim, not a lawsuit, but you still need the help of experienced Cumberland Workers’ Compensation attorneys to make sure that you receive the full benefits you are entitled to by law. The insurance company will always be represented by experienced and dedicated attorneys whose sole purpose is to stand between you and your money. We are here to level the playing field for you.
Workers’ Compensation Claims
You have a limited amount of time to file your claim or you lose your right to Workers’ Compensation benefits. You need to report your injury or illness to your employer, but that is not enough. You must file your claim with the Workers’ Compensation Commission of Maryland. We can make sure your claim is filed properly and on time.
Workers’ Compensation benefits include:
- Medical care
- Prescriptions
- Nursing services
- Vocational therapy
- A portion of your lost wages
- Permanent disability where appropriate
- Death benefits for families of workers who have suffered fatal work injuries
You Need To Know
You do not need to prove fault in order to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits, but the insurance company will try to find ways to get out of paying, reduce your benefits, or cut your benefits off before you can return to work.
Workers’ Compensation benefits will not be enough to sustain you and your family long-term if you were seriously injured. Workers’ Compensation only replaces a portion of your lost wages and will not compensate you for non-economic damages such as pain and suffering.
If you are eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits, you are barred from suing your employer for your injuries. However, a third-party lawsuit may be appropriate and can yield full compensation for your injuries, including non-economic damages.
If your employer or its insurer says you are not eligible, you may have been misclassified and an independent contractor. If so, we can help you get the benefits to which you are entitled. On the other hand, if you are truly ineligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits, you are free to sue the individual or business you were working for and we can help with that too.
Workers’ Compensation attorneys, including our Cumberland work accident attorneys cannot charge a fee unless they win money for you. It’s the law.
If you have been injured on the job or suffered an occupational illness, please call the Cumberland Workers’ Compensation attorneys of Dolina Hobbs, LLC, at (301) 739-1013 or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation.
