Crestview Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Workers’ Comp Attorneys in Crestview, FL

What is Considered a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

If you have been recently injured on the job, diagnosed with an occupational disease or illness, or have lost a family member to a workplace accident you need to seek the immediate advice and counsel of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. Under Florida’s Workers Compensation Act, non-exempt private employers must carry workers compensation insurance which entitles injured workers to benefits regardless of fault. This allows workers to receive monetary awards to cover current and future medical bills, and any lost wages incurred due to their injuries sustained on-the-job.

At Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner PA, we have represented 100’s of injured workers and their families for over 30 years get the compensation they have either been denied or limited, by greedy insurance companies trying to reduce their own financial exposure.

Under the Florida Workers’ Compensation Act, private employers must carry workers’ compensation insurance if they meet the following criteria:

• Construction Companies with one employee or more.
• Non-Construction Companies with a minimum of four employees.
• Agriculture companies with a minimum of six employees.

When an employee sustains an injury or is medically diagnosed with a work-related illness or occupational disease, they have 30 days from the incident or illness discovery to formally notify their employer. The employer then is legally obligated to submit notice to their Workers’ Compensation Insurance provider to begin the claims process.

Why Should You Choose Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA to Help with Your Workers’ Compensation Claim?

At Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA, we know many employees will receive pushback when they file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits with their employer. Our job #1 is to fight on your behalf to be awarded the maximum compensation you should receive for your injuries. We have the financial resources to take on even the biggest insurance underwriters and employers that try to limit your award and their exposure.

Our process is simply as our attorneys get to work with the following for clients filing workers compensation claims:

• Obtain the necessary medical treatment from approved providers.
• Offer guidance in completing all the necessary paperwork and documents.
• Ensuring that your employer complies with state-mandated workers’ compensation processes and procedures in a timely manner.
• Gather the necessary evidence to show that your injury, or illness is job-related and demonstrate the financial impact it has had on your life.
• Introduce experts including specialists in medicine and rehabilitation, to provide additional support for your claim.
• Protect your right to an independent medical exam if necessary.
• Handle all the workers’ compensation settlement negotiations with the insurance company on your behalf.
• Be a legal advocate for you during the hearing and appeal processes.

It is impossible to underestimate the importance of hiring an experienced legal advocate like Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA. Many times, the insurance company will try to get you to accept less than your case is worth.

With Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA by your side and at your side every step of the way, you can have peace of mind that everything is being legally done to help you receive fair and just compensation awarded for your injuries. This will also help to serve in the emotional aid of your recovery.

Workers’ Compensation FAQs

Getting hurt on the job can be an incredibly stressful experience. How will I pay my medical bills, my mortgage or support my family if I cannot work? It’s common to have questions about your rights and the legal options available to you. At Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA we have the answers you need to make informed decisions about your workers’ compensation claim.

Can I File a Lawsuit If I Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

It is possible to file a personal injury lawsuit against another party, but not against your employer. Under The Florida’s Workers’ Compensation Act, you automatically waive the

right to sue your employer for work-related injuries under most situations. However, you can file a lawsuit against a liable third party, such as a manufacturer, subcontractor, property owner, or co-worker.

Through that lawsuit, you can potentially recover additional compensation above and beyond the benefits available through workers’ compensation, including money for pain and suffering and other non-economic damages that are not covered in a workers’ comp claim.

Do I Need an Attorney If I’m Submitting a Claim for Workers’ Compensation?

When you hire an experienced workers’ comp attorney like Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA you have a distinct advantage over handling the process alone. It’s estimated that due to their knowledge and negotiating skills, hiring a Personal Injury Attorney in an injury lawsuit against a defendant or insurance underwriter, clients receive up to 3x the award value verses going it alone. Insurance companies are very experienced in trying to limit your award or even denying it altogether if they suspect you cannot defend your claim or will accept their offer. Insurance companies have developed many types of strategies to limit payouts and increase the chance of limiting your financial recovery. A lot of these strategies disappear when a claimant retains counsel with the experience Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA possesses.

What Are the Costs for Legal Representation in a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

First, there are no upfront costs to hire Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA to represent you in a workers’ compensation claim. Instead, we will front all the litigation costs and assume the risks of taking on the insurance underwriter. Our attorneys will only get paid if you win your claim for benefits. The fees paid to attorneys in Florida Workers’ Comp Claims are fixed by the state and no deviations from those fees are allowed.

In most situations, our attorney’s fees are contingent on your financial recovery, meaning you only have costs if you receive benefits. However, sometimes the insurance company may cover your attorney’s fees.

Call Our Experienced Workers’ Compensation Attorneys for Help Today

Our recommendation is not to try and navigate Florida’s workers’ compensation system alone. Put our team of successful workers’ compensation attorneys to work for you.

When you choose Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA, you benefit from a trusted team of experienced legal advocates with over 3 decades of experience and a proven ability to win. We take on insurance companies every day and with our extensive trial and negotiating skills, gives you an added advantage over other, less experienced lawyers.

Give us a call Today at 850-500-1111 for a free, no-obligation legal consultation.