Queens Workers’ Compensation Claim Attorney

Representing clients injured in the workplace

If you have been injured in the workplace, it is important to take the right steps to protect yourself and get the help you need. Whether you are working in an office or a dangerous job, we are all generally covered under the same laws. We appreciate the fact that our clients face an uncertain future and we will do everything possible to help them through tough times. If you need effective legal services to help you acquire the best possible reward through workers’ compensation, contact The Law Offices of George Poulos.

What should I do after a workplace accident?

• Get the help you need: It is important to seek medical attention immediately. Except in emergency situations, the chosen health care provider must be authorized by the Workers’ Compensation Board. You may also be required to seek medical care from a participating health care provider engaged in a Preferred Provider Organization or Alternate Dispute Resolution program.Your employer will send you notice about this if it applies. It is their job to tell you. You may also be required to get diagnostic tests and medicine from a participating institution as well. This information must be provided to you, in writing, by your employer.
• Notify a supervisor: It is important to notify your supervisor about the injury and how it occurred as soon as possible.While there are many exceptions to the law, you should try to notify your supervisor/employer, in writing, within 30 days of the accident or as soon as you are diagnosed with a work related condition.
• File a claim: It is important that you file a claim as soon as possible. An injured individual should file a Form C-3 and mail it to the closest Workers’ Compensation Board. If a claim is not filed within 2 years, an injured party may lose the right to benefits. Exceptions apply. For example, exceptions include when there is no accident and the work related condition develops slowly and if the insurance company fails to raise the defense of timeliness.

Do I need a workers’ compensation attorney?

Workers’ Compensation claims seem straight forward but certain actions or inaction can put an individual’s benefits in jeopardy. It is important to have an experienced legal professional to guide you through the process and ensure that your rights are protected. An experienced practitioner can ensure that the insurance company is not playing games to support their bottom line. We always look for maximum compensation within the law.

Contact an experienced workers’ compensation attorney

Being injured in the workplace can have a devastating effect on a person’s life. Though workers’ compensation insurance policies are in place to help us get the help we need immediately after an injury, there are many legal problems that can impact a person’s future. If you are an individual who needs to file a claim or has been denied a claim or the full benefits you deserve, contact The Law Office of George Poulos for a consultation.