Columbia Workers Compensation Lawyers
How to File a Workers Comp Claim
Understanding the complex workers compensation law and filing process in Columbia can be extremely confusing. Lourie Law Firm LLC of Columbia, South Carolina represents workers injured while on-the-job. The system provides injured workers medical, disability, and income benefits. Our lawyers will assist you in filing a workers comp claim.
The first steps to take
The first step to filing a claim is to notify your employer immediately that the injury occurred while you were working. Next, contact the Lourie Law Firm LLC to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer to ensure that all your rights are protected.
Seek medical attention
After notifying your employer, you should seek immediate medical care. Some employers require you to seek medical treatment from their doctor if they have a medical provider. If you are not required by your employer to seek medical care by their provider, you may choose your doctor. In serious injury cases you may be allowed to seek a second opinion from your own doctor. After seeking medical treatment it is important that you retain copies of all medical paperwork.
Once you obtain our services, we will assist you with filing your workers comp claim and the process. Compensation can be awarded for medical bills, lost wages, and monetary awards for permanent disability. Trust the experienced attorneys of the Lourie Law Firm LLC with your settlement and lawsuit needs. The legal process of workers compensation claims and settlements can be difficult.
If you or a loved one needs help with filing a workers compensation claim or is in need of an attorney to protect your rights of recovering all damages related to your work injury, contact Lourie Law Firm for a free consultation at 1-866-442-8288, or complete our quick contact web form.
