A Gautier workers’ compensation lawyer from the Morris Bart law firm may be able to help you with your workers’ compensation case following a workplace injury or illness. We may be able to help you:
- Get the benefits needed based on your claim
- Negotiate a fair settlement
- Take other steps to protect your rights and secure compensation
You can speak with someone from the Morris Bart law office in Pascagoula today for free. Our team members will review your options for securing the financial coverage you need to focus on your healing after a job site injury. Call (800) 537-8185 for your free consultation today.
Who Qualifies for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
If you suffered an injury or received a diagnosis related to your job in Gautier, Mississippi, you may have access to workers’ compensation benefits. Mississippi law requires most employers to provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage to their workers, including part-time and seasonal workers. The exceptions to this law are limited. Most who do not have access to coverage are:
- Independent contractors
- Employees of small businesses that have fewer than five employees
For those who work for a covered employer, these benefits should be available from their first day on the job. Employees can apply for coverage after:
- Suffering injuries in an accident or incident at work
- Getting a diagnosis of a chronic injury linked to work
- Receiving a diagnosis of an illness related to a workplace exposure
If you were hurt or became ill because of something at work, you should be able to rely on workers’ compensation benefits while you undergo treatment and heal. If you have trouble getting these benefits or receive less than your injuries warrant, call us today.
For a free legal consultation with a Workers’ Compensation lawyer serving Gautier, call (800) 537-8185
Morris Bart, LTD Represents Injured Workers
A Gautier workers’ compensation lawyer from the Morris Bart law firm represents workers who suffered injuries, but experience trouble getting the benefits they need. If your employer or their workers’ compensation provider denies or undervalues your claim, we may be able to help.
Our team of workers’ compensation attorneys knows the state laws and how this insurance coverage works. We can review your case and determine:
- If you qualify for benefits
- The value of your benefits
- The deadlines for your claim
- If there is the possibility of a third-party case
If there is a problem with your claim, we may be able to challenge the denial or decision and either demand benefits or negotiate a settlement.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits You May Be Able to Receive
The benefits available from a workers’ compensation claim may not fully compensate you for the losses you experience. Still, they can be vital for making ends meet until you heal and return to your previous job. They also provide disability benefits if your injuries prevent you from going back to work at full capacity in the future.
The benefits generally available to injured workers who file a workers’ compensation claim include:
- Medical care for the injury or illness and related expenses paid directly
- A portion of your lost wages (usually about two-thirds) paid to you regularly
Depending on your employer’s policy and your needs, there may also be other benefits available to you. This could include occupational training if you need new skills to get a different job or other vocational benefits. There are also death benefits for families whose loved one dies from their injuries.
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Key Deadlines You Must Meet in a Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Case
You could lose the right to workers’ compensation benefits if you miss any of the deadlines in your case. This includes deadlines for notifying your employer of the injury, filing your claim, or taking other steps. According to the Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission (MWCC), you should:
- Notify your workplace about your injury or illness within 30 days.
- File a claim and begin receiving benefits within two years of your injury or illness or challenge a denial of your benefits during this time.
While there are exceptions, you should try to follow both of these timelines when possible. Our team works to ensure our clients understand and meet the deadlines in their cases to protect their rights to benefits.
If you have the opportunity to file a third-party lawsuit, there is a filing deadline in Mississippi for this process, as well. In general, you have only three years to file suit under Miss. Code Ann. §15-1-49, although sometimes this period is even shorter.
Let the Attorneys at Morris Bart, LTD Team Look Over Your Claim
A Gautier workers’ compensation lawyer from the Morris Bart law firm may be able to help you secure your benefits, negotiate a settlement, or assess the possibility of a third-party suit based on the facts of your case. Our staff offers free consultations for injured workers and can determine your options for your next move during our discussion. We are also a contingency-fee-firm.
Call the Morris Bart law office to speak to our team now at (800) 537-8185.
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