Upper Marlboro, MD Workers' Compensation Attorney

When a person is injured on the job, they may struggle with physical pain and personal difficulties, and they may also face financial stress and uncertainty about how their career will be affected. Fortunately, workers' compensation benefits are available for employees who have suffered work-related injuries or illnesses. Attorney Jason Kisner helps injured workers in Upper Marlboro understand their rights and file claims for benefits. He will challenge unfair denials and take aggressive legal action to ensure that the proper benefits will be paid.

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Types of Workplace Accidents and Injuries

Workplace injuries can occur in a wide range of industries and settings, from office buildings and construction sites to delivery routes and factory floors. Kisner Law assists clients with claims involving many types of accidents and medical conditions, including:

• Industrial Accidents: Workers in factories, warehouses, or other industrial settings may be injured by malfunctioning equipment, falling objects, chemical exposure, or other issues. These accidents can result in burns, crush injuries, head trauma, amputations, or other forms of bodily harm.
• Construction Accidents: There are numerous hazards that can affect construction workers, including falls from scaffolding, electrocutions, collapsing trenches, and being struck by tools or materials. These incidents can cause catastrophic injuries and long-term disabilities.
• Work-Related Car Accidents: Delivery drivers, commercial vehicle operators, or other employees who drive while working may suffer injuries in motor vehicle collisions.
• Repetitive Stress Injuries and Occupational Illnesses: Tasks involving repetitive motions can cause conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis. Exposure to harmful substances may also result in occupational diseases like mesothelioma or respiratory conditions.
• Aggravation of Pre-Existing Conditions: If a worker has a prior injury or medical condition that has become worse due to their job duties or a workplace accident, they may still be eligible for workers' compensation benefits that will address the ways their conditions have been aggravated.

Types of Workers' Compensation Benefits

Workers' compensation provides several categories of benefits for employees injured in the workplace:

• Medical Benefits: All necessary treatment related to a work injury should be fully covered, including hospital care, diagnostic tests, surgeries, physical therapy, prescription medications, and medical equipment.
• Wage Replacement Benefits: An employee may receive temporary disability benefits during the time that they cannot return to work while they are recovering from a work injury. If the injury results in permanent impairments, permanent disability benefits may address the loss of earning capacity that a person will experience throughout the rest of their career.
• Death Benefits: When a worker is killed due to a job-related accident or illness, their surviving dependents may receive wage replacement benefits and compensation for funeral and burial expenses.

Third-Party Liability in Workplace Injuries

To receive workers' compensation benefits, a person will not need to prove that they were injured because of their employer's negligence. They can also file a claim if they were at fault for an accident or injury. However, there are some situations where third parties may be held liable for a workplace injury. These may include:

• Negligent drivers who were responsible for causing accidents in which workers were injured
• Subcontractors or vendors who create dangerous conditions at a shared worksite
• Manufacturers of defective machinery or tools used in the workplace
• Property owners whose negligence led to injuries while people were working on their premises

In these cases, an injured worker may pursue a third-party personal injury claim in addition to receiving workers' compensation benefits. This may allow them to recover compensation that would not be available through workers' comp, such as the full amount of their lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.

Representation in Workers' Compensation Hearings and Appeals

Workers' compensation claims may involve complex issues, and disputes may arise over whether a person should receive benefits or what should be covered. Employers or insurers may dispute that an injury is work-related, or they may try to downplay the severity of the ways a person has been affected. Some claims may be denied altogether. In these cases, workers may request hearings with the Maryland Workers' Compensation Commission, or they may need to file appeals.

Attorney Kisner provides critical support in these situations by gathering evidence, preparing clients for hearings, providing representation during legal proceedings, and working to secure the proper benefits. With his understanding of how insurance companies defend these claims, he can protect his clients' rights and help them secure the benefits they are entitled to under the law.

Contact Our Upper Marlboro Workers' Compensation Attorney

When filing a claim related to a work injury, you can benefit by receiving legal help from a lawyer who understands workers' compensation benefits and who knows how to protect your interests. At Kisner Law, we can provide the guidance and representation you need to make sure you will receive the benefits that will allow you to recover and rebuild your life. Set up a free consultation by calling 240-459-0097 or contacting us online.