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Legal Help After A Work Accident

After a work accident, you should file a workers’ compensation claim as soon as possible. You should also talk with a lawyer to learn whether you may be eligible for additional damages. In some cases, a third party is responsible for workplace accidents and injuries. We can file a separate personal injury suit against negligent third parties for additional compensation, including compensation for pain and suffering, which is not available in workers’ comp benefits.

Injured at work? We can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call the Los Angeles work accidents lawyers of Berger & Michelena at 800-488-4813.

At Berger & Michelena, we have experience with workers’ compensation claims and personal injury suits. We will investigate your work accident to determine whether a party other than your employer is liable for your losses.

We Represent All Types Of Workers

We can represent workers from any industry and occupation, including drivers, factory workers, construction workers, bus drivers, laborers, nurses, nurses’ aides, home health aides, office workers and restaurant workers. If you have questions about your eligibility for workers’ compensation, just speak with one of our lawyers.

A few of the most common types of workplace accidents include:

In addition to these traumatic accidents, we can represent you in workers’ comp claims involving occupational injuries. Many workers suffer occupational injuries caused by repetitive motions/muscle overuse, affecting the muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints and nerves.

Work Accident FAQs

You may have a number of questions after suffering a workplace accident. Here are some of the most common we hear from our clients and the answers to them:

What should you look for in a workplace accident attorney?

When seeking the guidance of a workplace accident attorney in California, you want to look for qualities such as:

  • Extensive experience in California workers’ compensation law: Do they have a proven track record for handling workplace accidents in California? How long have they been practicing workers’ compensation law ?
  • Strong communication skills: Do you feel at ease when talking with the attorney? Are they able to understand your situation and discuss their legal strategies effectively? Do they get back to you quickly if you have questions or concerns that need addressing?
  • A good reputation: What have past clients had to say about them? Do they have consistently good reviews?
  • Being resourceful: Do they have a vast and strong network of medical experts and other professionals that they work with? How do they utilize those contacts to help their clients seek the benefits they deserve?

We have all of these qualities and are here to help you seek the outcomes you want and the coverage you need. If you have additional questions about what we can do for you, call our Los Angeles office at 800-488-4813.

Why is it important to seek medical attention quickly for your case?

Doing so is important because you need:

  • An accurate diagnosis: A health care professional can properly diagnose the extent of your injuries, as some may not be immediately apparent.
  • The appropriate medical treatment: Figuring out what injury you have early on can help you seek the right treatment to address it.
  • To prevent future complications: The earlier you treat your condition, the less likely it is that you will deal with future, long-term disability.
  • Thorough documentation of the injury: Medical records create a formal record of the injury, which can be crucial for pursuing a workers’ compensation claim.
  • Robust legal protection: Seeking timely medical care can help protect your legal rights and effectively seek benefits.

After you have contacted and gotten treatment from a health care provider, you can contact us to get the help you need in pursuing workers’ compensation benefits.

How long does the process take to pursue a workplace accident claim in California?

The time it takes to pursue these claims in California can depend on a lot of factors. Things like the severity of the injury, the complexity of the situation, whether or not you need to litigate, and the willingness of your employer and insurer to cooperate. Some cases may only take weeks to resolve. Others can potentially take months or years.

Contact A California Workplace Injury Attorney

For a free consultation, please call 800-488-4813 in Los Angeles County or contact us online.