Maximizing Your Workers' Compensation Claim Value with Sousa Law, LLC
Sustaining an injury on the job can lead to filing a workers' compensation claim, but understanding its true value is crucial to ensuring fair compensation. Sousa Law, LLC is committed to helping Connecticut workers receive the full benefits they're entitled to after a workplace injury.
Evaluating Lost Wages Workers' compensation typically covers between 60% and 80% of an employee's average wages, and it's tax-free. This includes compensation for time spent on medical-related travel, attending treatment appointments, and work missed due to the injury. If you've used personal leave for recovery, these too should be considered when calculating your lost earnings. Documentation from your doctor validating the medical necessity for time off is critical in supporting your claim for these lost wages.
Accounting for Medical Expenses The workers’ compensation insurance carrier is responsible for healthcare costs directly related to your injury, ranging from medical procedures and hospitalization to diagnostic tests and prescription medications. Additionally, the workers’ compensation insurance carrier should responsible for any necessary medical equipment or adaptations, like wheelchairs or vehicle modifications, provided that these are related for treatment for your work injury.. The workers’ compensation insurance carrier may also be responsible for alternative treatments, such as acupuncture or pain management therapy, to treat your work injury.
Navigating a workers' compensation claim can be complex, but you don't have to do it alone. With Sousa Law, LLC, you'll have the support and guidance needed to ensure every aspect of your injury and its impact on your life is accounted for. Our expertise in workers' compensation law means we're well-equipped to advocate for your rights and help you achieve the peace of mind that comes with knowing your claim is fully valued. If you're dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury, reach out to Sousa Law, LLC to ensure you're justly compensated for every loss you've endured.