Protect Yourself When You Have Been Injured
Steps You Need to Take When Hurt on the Job
If you have been injured on the job, you need to take specific action to protect your right to benefits under the workers' compensation laws. You want an experience lawyer to guide your through the process, one who has protected the others who have suffered a workplace injury.
At the law office of Glassberg & Doganiero, in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, we have helped injured workers recover compensation for over 35 years. We built our successful practice on a commitment to responsiveness and personal attention. We understand how confusing and intimidating the Pennsylvania workers' compensation system can be and encourage you to bring all your questions and concerns to us, so that we can provide answers that minimize your stress and anxiety. Because we handle workers' compensation claims on a contingent fee basis, we do not charge you for phone calls.
For a free initial consultation, contact our office via e-mail or call us at 570-751-5525 (toll-free at 877-448-3309).
Protecting Your Workers' Compensation Claim
If you have suffered a job injury, there are certain steps you want to take:
- Notify your employer. You must immediately notify your boss or supervisor when you have been injured or when you first notice the effects of an injury, such as repetitive stress. Your employer then has 20 days to let you know that you will receive benefits.
- Seek medical attention. It is important to go to a doctor as soon as possible, so that you can document both the cause and the extent of your injury.
- File a claim. If your employer fails to notify you within 21 days or wrongfully denies your claim, you will need to file your own claim. You can do this yourself, but it is often in your best interests to hire an attorney to assist you with this.
- Avoid signing anything! Your employer may try to get you to waive your rights in exchange for the payment of some expenses or compensation. Don't sign anything until you talk to a lawyer. You may forfeit some or all of your rights.
- Contact an attorney. Whenever you are uncertain about your rights, you should contact an attorney. At our office, we handle all workers' compensation job injury claims on a contingent fee basis. We won't charge you any attorneys' fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Contact the Law Office of Glassberg & Doganiero
To set up an appointment for a free initial consultation, contact us via e-mail or call us at 570-751-5525 (toll-free at 877-448-3309).