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Questions about Workers' Compensation

Lexington Workers' Compensation FAQS Get answers to your questions about applying for Workers' Compensation benefits below. If you believe your situation qualifies you to receive Workers' Compensation beenfits, contact our offices today for a free evaluation. Q: IF I'M INJURED AT WORK, WHAT SHOULD I DO FIRST? A: Immediately report your injury or illness to your employer. You should also immediately seek medical treatment for your injury or illness. Don't wait to get better! Once you've received proper treatment you should receive a Report of Injury from your employer and obtain a return to work report to give to your employer. Once you have your injury report, contact an experienced law firm like Morgan, Collins and Yeast to start your Workers' Compensation claim. Even if you do return to work, you may still have a claim. Q: ARE INJURIES COVERED IF THEY APPEAR OVER TIME? A: For the most part, injuries that occur over time are covered. Good examples include carpel tunnel syndrome and permanent hearing loss. However, you will need medical verification of your injury and its connection to your job. Also, the law recognizes cumulative/repetitive trauma to back and neck. Q: WHAT ARE THE TIME LIMITS FOR FILING A CLAIM? A: You have up to two years to file a claim. After that two-year window, your chance to file a claim ends. Q: WHEN SHOULD I TALK TO A LAWYER ABOUT MY INDUSTRIAL INJURY CLAIM? A: The Workers' Compensation laws are complex and constantly changing. A qualified and experienced Workers' Compensation attorney can assist you with the process of obtaining benefits and make sure you receive all the benefits you are entitled to under the Kentucky state laws. If you have questions, never hesitate to contact a qualified Workers' Compensation attorney at any time during your claim process. A qualified attorney like one from Morgan, Collins and Yeast can often answer your questions during the initial consultation and make recommendations for moving forward. Before pursuing benefits or if your claim was denied, contact Morgan, Collins and Yeast for the legal help you need. Q. WHAT IF I AM NEVER ABLE TO RETURN TO ANY TYPE OF WORK BECAUSE OF MY INJURY? A: Kentucky law allows permanent total disability benefits if you are unable to return to work. Q: CAN I DRAW SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS AT THE SAME TIME AS I AM DRAWING MY TEMPORARY TOTAL DISABILITY FROM WORKERS' COMP.? A: Yes. Between Social Security and Temporary Total Disability benefits, you are entitled to receive no more than 80% of your highest year's earnings or your time loss compensation or pension rate - whichever is higher. Social Security will reduce any retroactive benefits based on the wages you were receiving from the Temporary Total Disability. Similarly, the Department will reduce your ongoing benefits based on your Social Security benefits. Applying for Social Security benefits is ideal if you know you will be disabled for at least one year. Morgan, Collins and Yeast can help you with Workers' Compensation and Social Security. Call us today if you have questions about either. Q: ARE THERE OTHER CLAIMS THAT I CAN BRING OTHER THAN WORKERS' COMPENSATION? A: Yes. Here are some examples: If you were hurt in a work-related automobile accident and the other driver is at fault. If your job took you onto some premises other than that of your employer and there was a hidden defect If your injury was caused by someone other than a co-worker, or caused by faulty machinery or equipment If any of the examples apply to your work injury, we may be able to get additional benefits for you. The good thing about Morgan, Collins and Yeast is that we have attorneys who solely practice in each of these areas, and we work together to get more information. Call Morgan, Collins and Yeast today to discuss your Workers' Compensation claim. 877.761.1865 MORGAN, COLLINS & YEAST, PLLC LAW OFFICES

Questions about Workers' Compensation

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