Most employees in Pennsylvania are covered by workers' compensation, which provides employees with financial assistance if they sustain an occupation-related injury or illness. But employers and insurance companies do sometimes deny legitimate workers' compensation claims, even for common work-related injuries. We have represented clients whose benefits were denied, or where the insurance company has tried to terminate or reduce their benefits, which may include long-term or short-term disability.
It's important to keep in mind that you have legal rights if you were denied a workers' compensation claim, or if the insurance company tries to stop your benefits. To boost your chances of submitting a successful claim, you need to understand what steps to take after a work injury.
Contact a workers' compensation attorney at Metzger Wickersham today. With a broad knowledge of workers' comp laws, our attorneys work aggressively for our clients who have sustained all types of work injuries while working in offices, at industrial sites or in hospitals, among other workplaces.
We can help, whether you or a loved one has been injured because of asbestos, a construction accident, while operating a vehicle for commercial purposes, or any other work-related injury.
If you are unable to work because of a disability or injury, our firm also can help you obtain benefits through the Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability programs.
If you are injured at work, give your employer notice of your workplace injury or occupational injury as soon as possible. The employer and insurance company have 21 days to accept a claim or issue a denial.
At Metzger Wickersham, an experienced workers' compensation attorney will fight for your rights if we represent you. Contact us for help. One of our lawyers may be able to assist you or your loved one in your case. Call 1-800-WIN-WIN-1 (1-800-946-9461) today.
Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless you win.
