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Do I need a lawyer to help me with a Workers' Compensation claim?

 

A: With respect to many Workers' Compensation claims, you may not need to retain the services of an attorney. However, there are situations in which you would be better served by obtaining some assistance or guidance from an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney.

With respect to injuries to your neck, back, shoulder, or hip, one benefit that you would be entitled to is called industrial disability benefits. These benefits are paid based upon how your injury affects your ability to work and earn money. There are a multitude of factors that go into the analysis of your entitlement for this type of benefit such as your age, education, past work history, restrictions, and impairment rating. These are only some of the factors that are reviewed to assess how much money you are entitled to receive. The weight and effect that each of these factors have on how much money you receive are very complex issues and an attorney will likely be able to assist you.

Cases in which an employee's injury does not result in a permanent injury are the types of cases where an employee may not need to seek the services of an attorney. The best course of action for an injured employee would be to contact an attorney who handles Workers' Compensation claims to discuss whether an attorney's services are necessary. Many Workers' Compensation attorneys provide a free initial consultation similar to what is offered at Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C., where those issues can be discussed in greater detail.




Workers' compensation attorney and personal injury lawyer Nicholas Pothitakis has law offices in Burlington and Keokuk, Iowa, and serves clients throughout the southeast region of the state, including the following cities and counties:

Cities: Burlington, Keokuk, Fort Madison, Muscatine, Mt. Pleasant, Mediapolis, Wapello, Ottumwa, Fairfield, and Davenport.

Counties: Des Moines, Lee, Louisa, Henry, Van Buren, Jefferson, Washington, and Muscatine.