Workers’ Compensation
Every year, thousands of construction workers and laborers are killed or seriously injured while working at construction sites, even though state and federal regulations and industry standards, require owners, general contractors, and sub-contractors to implement a wide variety of safety measures. If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident, please give us a call for a free consultation. People injured while on the job enjoy certain rights under the law. Initially, you must seek attention from a company doctor. Only after 90 days of seeing a company doctor do you have a right to choose your own doctor. Be sure that you notify your insurance company within 5 days of this change to ensure that your doctor is paid. All persons injured at work should immediately seek a consultation with an experienced attorney.
Far too frequently, we see people who were too trusting. Many times the system that was designed to help the worker really works against them. The system makes it difficult to collect compensation for work-related injuries by putting the burden on the injured worker. This is why it is so important that injured workers understand their legal rights. Workers’ compensation can mean the difference between a devastating personal tragedy, bankruptcy or divorce, versus a dignified recovery and survival. In addition, it is vital that you have an experienced and aggressive lawyer. 100% FREE CONSULTATION + 100% QUALITY SERVICE = 100% PROBLEM SOLVED This is not an all-inclusive list of what we handle. Please call to discuss your needs. If you were injured at work, you have rights. Give us a call so we can make sure your medical treatment is covered and you obtain the lost wages you’re entitled to.
Recoup Your Wages with Our Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Workers’ compensation insurance provides benefits to individuals injured on the job. Benefits include payment for medical bills, out of pocket expenses, and lost wages while you are out of work.
D’Agostino & Associates P.C. is a firm of legal professionals that advocates on your behalf. Regardless of your claim’s circumstances, our workers’ compensation lawyers can help.
Navigating the System
The workers’ compensation process involves complex rules and regulations. Therefore, failure to meet specific requirements can lead to denial of the assistance you’ve requested.
Our trained attorneys help with the following:
- Meeting deadlines
- Improving medical care
- Calculating benefits
- Preparing and appealing claims
- Negotiating settlements
Types of Settlements
Workers’ compensation pays benefits on injuries that include physical, mental, and traumatic injuries. Additionally, occupational diseases fall into this category. Benefits can be temporary or permanent.
Our workers’ compensation attorney in Long Island, NY provides advice regarding the types of benefits that should be part of your settlement. These include:
- Permanent Partial Disability (PPD): This common disability results from an injury that prevents you from performing required tasks and from working at full capacity.
- Permanent Total Disability (PTD): In order to receive these benefits, you must be completely disabled and unable to return to work.
- Temporary Partial Disability (TPD): Benefits are available if you can work after an injury but have physical restrictions and earn less.
- Temporary Total Disability (TTD): You are entitled to benefits when you are temporarily unable to work. This can occur when your doctor recommends less strenuous tasks, but they are not available at your workplace.
Contact Us
Injured workers rely on workers’ compensation claims for wage benefits while they are in recovery. At D’Agostino & Associates, we help you get timely medical treatment and pay your medical bills. D’Agostino & Associates P.C. has offices in New York and New Jersey. Contact us, or call us at 1-888-245-2924 to schedule a free consultation with our personal injury attorneys.