Long Island Workers' Compensation Attorney
If you have been injured at work or were recently diagnosed with an illness that was caused by your job duties or environment, it is important to file a workers' compensation claim to seek the benefits you deserve by law. In Long Island and throughout the state, injured workers have the
right to compensation for lost earnings and medical care in the event that they suffer an on-the-job illness or injury. Workers have the right to these benefits regardless of who may have been responsible for causing the accident or other incident.
It is best to approach your workers' comp claim with the guidance and protection of an experienced Long Island workers' compensation lawyer. These cases have the potential to be complex, and without legal representation you may be at risk of having your rights violated due to discrimination, bad faith practices in handling your claim or even by having your claim denied because it was improperly filed. An attorney who understands
workers' compensation laws and proceedings can fully protect your rights and properly file your claim. At Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund, the legal team has more than 50 years of collective legal experience in assisting the injured in seeking maximum compensation. The firm has collected hundreds of million dollars for injured clients through the years and is fully dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured workers in and around the Long Island area.
You should act quickly to discuss your work injury case with a lawyer. The firm offers a free, confidential consultation to discuss your rights and options in this important matter.
Fighting for Fair Compensation after a Work Accident or Injury
Workers' compensation cases are unique in nature, and each has its individual circumstances and the degree of the injury suffered. Some individuals are so badly injured that they are never again able to function normally, such as accidents that result in crushed limbs, paralysis, spinal injuries or traumatic brain injuries. In these cases, the compensation sought is extremely high, as the victim’s future has irrevocably changed due to their condition after the accident. The families involved also suffer, as in some cases the injured will need constant medical care, or may have lost their cognitive abilities due to the injuries sustained. At the firm, the legal team assists the injured and their families in all types of workers compensation cases, including those related to neck and back injuries,
construction accidents,
knee, shoulder and elbow injuries,
slip and fall injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome,
fatal work accidents and injuries,
gas, asbestos and toxic exposure,
occupational diseases,
vision and hearing loss and
work-related auto accidents.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
In even the most seemingly harmless work environments, many individuals can suffer a severe injury due to long-term work and overexertion of the muscles. The syndrome, called Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, occurs when an individual spends many hours of the day in front of a computer, typing on a keyboard. The excessive typing results in the swelling of a tunnel in the wrist that holds many nerves, resulting in pressure on the nerves in the hands and fingers. This then turns into one (or more) symptom as described by the syndrome, including tingling, numbness, or even excruciating pain. While many people do not believe that their desk job can yield serious and debilitating injuries, they are mistaken. When a person suffers from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, many daily activities become extremely difficult for this person to participate in, including typing, driving, writing, eating, drinking, and more. Click here to read more about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
The firm works with all nationalities and ethnicities, and has a multi-lingual staff who do all possible to make each client comfortable. The workers' compensation case will be handled by an Long Island attorney who is available to the client in person and by phone, and will certainly return calls quickly when received. The philosophy of the legal team is service-oriented and each client is treated with the respect and dignity they deserve.
Workers' compensation cases revolve around various types of work-related injuries, and the firm has extensive experience in fighting for fair compensation in cases of accidents on the job. The legal team works with the Workers’ Compensation Boards in the area and is well-known at all locations for their determined and relentless advocacy for injured workers. When injured on the job, you are well-served to have legal representation to fight for your right to fair compensation for any work-related injury.
Workers' Compensation Attorney in Long Island
The cases are taken on a contingency basis, which means the client has no need to outlay their hard-earned cash when getting legal representation from a Long Island workers' compensation attorney. The firm is paid when the case reaches its resolution, and with the help of the legal team, it is likely that the settlement, compensation, judgment or verdict will result in a much higher dollar amount than if you had tried to get compensation on your own. Don’t be taken advantage of by insurance companies – protect yourself and your rights and call the firm.
Contact a Long Island workers' compensation lawyer for high-quality and dedicated legal representation who will fight for maximum compensation in workplace accident and injury cases.