Louisville Workers’ Compensation Attorney
An on-the-job injury can be tough to navigate by yourself. You may wonder how to get workers’ compensation, how to make up for lost wages and whether you should tell your employer about the injury. These are common questions that a lawyer can answer.
I am Louisville work injury attorney Derek P. O’Bryan, and I have over 20 years of experience in workers’ compensation, personal injury and employment law cases. As a former lawyer for insurance companies, I know how their attorneys think and how they structure their defense. This allows me to fight back strategically as I protect my clients’ rights. Find out more today.
What To Do After A Work Injury In Kentucky
You must report the injury to your supervisor or employer as soon as possible. Then they have to report it to their insurance company within three days. If you are out for one or more workdays, the insurance company has to notify the Kentucky Department of Workers’ Claims. You should also see a doctor for your injuries.
You may file for workers’ compensation, but your employer may deny it. If they do, contact an experienced Louisville workers’ compensation lawyer for help. I can handle appeals of denied claims. I can also work with you from the start to file a workers’ comp claim and gather the medical information you need to provide. If your injury was the fault of a negligent third party, I can file a separate personal injury claim as well.
Common Work Injuries
Any worker can suffer an injury at work or develop an occupational illness. Some of the most frequently reported injuries include:
- Back injuries
- Joint injuries
- Muscle tears, sprains and strains
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries
- Broken bones
- Burns
- Exposure to toxic materials
- Hearing loss
- Amputations
- Electric shock injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries and other traumatic injuries
- Fatal accidents
These types of injuries may result from a fall, defective machinery or equipment, work vehicle accidents, lack of safety precautions, lack of training, repetitive motion, explosions or fires, or loud noise.
What Benefits Can You Get Through Workers’ Compensation?
In Kentucky, workers’ comp benefits provide coverage for all of your medical expenses, including travel to and from medical appointments. You could also be paid two-thirds of your average weekly wage if you are unable to work. You may also receive one-time payments for permanent injuries. There are retraining incentive benefits, too, if you can’t return to your previous occupation.
In the case of a worker’s death, the surviving family receives death benefits through workers’ compensation.
How Can An Experienced Louisville Workers’ Compensation Attorney Help You?
I can take your case from start to finish – or step in if your claim is unfairly denied. With my experience as a former insurance lawyer, I will battle the insurance company for you. Contact me by calling Derek P. O’Bryan, PSC, in Jefferson County at 502-537-3647 or by sending me an email. Your consultation is free.