Workers’
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If you were recently injured in a workplace accident, you might be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation insurance is a form of no-fault insurance, so you are eligible to receive benefits even if you caused your own injuries. Due to the fierce defenses asserted by insurance companies, you should retain an experienced Bristol, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorney to help you navigate the claims process.
Don't Just Win, Win Big
Many personal injury lawyers are unwilling to battle insurance companies. Instead, they decline to represent employees injured due to workplace accidents or developed occupational illnesses. At Win Big Law, we do not accept easy settlements but instead want to win big by aggressively fighting for the benefits you deserve, so you can focus on recovery.
Bristol Residents Know About Workers' Compensation
Despite extensive Federal and State level workplace safety laws, in 2021, Bucks County was one of the top 10 counties in Pennsylvania for workplace injuries as there were 3710 workers’ compensation claims. Some of the largest employers in Bucks County, such as Giant Food Stores, Doylestown Hospital, Saint Mary Medical Center, and ACME Markets, have workplace conditions which make it easy for employees to suffer injuries. Representation by an experienced Bristol, Penn workers’ compensation attorney is essential.
Workers' Compensation Is There to Protect You
Pennsylvania law requires employers to maintain workers’ compensation insurance. An employee is eligible to seek benefits as long as their injuries resulted from an accident while they were in the course of their employment. If you are a Bristol, Pennsylvania resident it is important to know this protection is available to you, and the workers’ compensation attorneys at Win Big Law are here to help you get the benefits you need.
To Get What You Deserve, You Need Legal Representation
The workers’ compensation process can be overwhelming and confusing, especially when dealing with a serious injury or illness. That’s where we come in. Our Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys will handle all the legal details and advocate for your rights so you can focus on your recovery. We will work hard to get you the maximum financial compensation under the law.
Contact us today to learn more about our services.
The Benefits of Workers' Compensation
Workers’ compensation provides a wide range of benefits to employees who are injured or become ill due to their job. Before the introduction of workers’ compensation insurance, injured employees had to sue their employers to obtain financial compensation for their medical treatment. A dedicated Bristol, Penn workers’ compensation lawyer can help you navigate the claims process to ensure you obtain the benefits you need to recover from your injuries and rebuild your life.
Benefits For Mortal Injuries
In the unfortunate event of your or a loved one’s death due to a work-related injury, workers’ compensation provides death benefits to the surviving family members. Specifically, workers’ compensation insurance provides financial compensation for lost wages and funeral and burial expenses. The amount of money your family receives is based on their relationship with you and the number of your children.
Win Big Law Aggressively Fights for Your Workers' Comp Benefits
At Win Big Law, our Bristol, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyers know insurance companies focus on protecting their profits instead of injured employees. Accordingly, our Bristol workers’ compensation lawyers fight hard to keep them honest and accountable. That is why we aggressively litigate workers’ compensation claims to ensure you receive the full benefits you deserve.
Insurance Companies Benefit When You Don't
Insurance companies make money by collecting premiums and paying out as little as possible when faced with valid claims. That is why workers’ compensation insurance companies often try to deny or minimize the severity of the injuries employees’ suffered. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you overcome these defenses.
Experienced Lawyers at Win Big Law Get the Job Done
At Win Big Law, our experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys know how to fight back against the tactics used by insurance companies. Our workers’ compensation lawyers developed their litigation skills by working as prosecutors and insurance defense attorneys. With our extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania’s workers’ compensation laws, we aggressively advocate for your rights and work tirelessly to ensure you get maximum benefits.
Call Frank, Shu, or Marisa to Discuss Your Case Today
If you suffered a workplace injury or developed a job-related illness, get the legal representation you deserve immediately. We represent injured workers throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.
Contact us today to learn more about our services.
Some of the Most Common Workplace Injuries
Catastrophic injuries arise from a variety of different circumstances and accidents. In 2021, occupational injuries often resulted from:
- Automobile collisions
- Falls from heights
- Slip and falls
- Crush incidents
- Physical overexertion and repetitive motions
At Win Big Law, our Bristol, Penn workers’ compensation attorneys have experience handling all types of workplace injuries and know how to get our clients the benefits they need.
Lacerations, Bruises, Head Injuries
Lacerations, bruises, and head injuries can happen in any workplace. These injuries can range in severity from minor to life-altering. No matter the severity, injured workers still require extensive medical treatment to recover fully.
Sprains and fractures
Sprains and bone fractures often result from falls and automobile collisions. Depending on the severity of the impact, injured employees may be left permanently disabled. Injured employees may require emergency medical care and extensive physical therapy to recover fully.
Psychological trauma
Not all injuries are physical. Workers’ comp benefits are also available for employees who are psychologically traumatized. Under Pennsylvania law, you can seek workers’ compensation benefits if:
A bodily injury results in you developing a debilitating mental health condition.
Work-related psychological stressors cause you to develop a debilitating physical condition.
Work-related psychological stressors cause you to develop a debilitating mental health condition.
Occupational illness?
Some employees suffer from job-related illnesses. Many illnesses and conditions are covered under Pennsylvania law. Additionally, Pennsylvania law also presumes a disease to be job-related if an injured employee works in an industry in which the disease is a known industry hazard.
What to Do to Win Big
You can do many things after an accident that can increase the strength of your workers' compensation claim. Insurance companies work fast to find reasons to deny claims or build defenses. Following your accident, you should:
- Obtain medical treatment for your injuries
- Notify your employer of the accident
- Photograph the location of the accident
- Identify possible witnesses
- Do not talk to your employer's insurance company
- Contact a Bristol, Pennsylvania workers' compensation lawyer
Notify Your Employer About Your Injury
The first step to getting the compensation you deserve is to notify your employer about your injury. Under Pennsylvania law, you must report the accident within 120 days, or your right to file a workers’ compensation is barred. Our Bristol, Pennsylvania civil litigation lawyers can help you navigate this process and ensure your rights are protected.
File a PA LIBC-100 Claim Form
Once you’ve notified your employer, the next step is to file a PA LIBC-100 Claim Form. This is the formal process of opening your claim. At Win Big Law, our personal injury lawyers can help you understand the process and ensure your form is properly prepared and filed.
Be Seen By Your Doctor
It is important to be seen by a doctor as soon as possible after your injury. While you may want to see your own doctor, you must obtain treatment from your employer’s doctor for the 90 days following your accident. After these 90 days, the knowledgeable workers’ compensation lawyers at Win Big Law can help you find a qualified physician who can properly document and treat your injury.
Reach Out to Win Big
Many injured employees fail to consult a workers’ compensation attorney after an accident. Our personal injury lawyers can help you navigate the process and win big. If you are ready to take the next step in getting the compensation you deserve, reach out to us today for a free consultation.
We Serve All of Eastern Pennsylvania
Our office is located in Richboro, but we litigate workers’ compensation claims and personal injury cases for people from all locations in southeastern Pennsylvania including:
Let Marisa, Frank, and Shu Win Big for You
If you are looking for experienced and dedicated Bristol, Pennsylvania personal injury attorneys, look no further than Marisa, Frank, and Shu. Our team has the knowledge and experience to help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and to begin building your workers’ compensation claim.