The employment rate in Columbus, Indiana, is going up. As of October 2021, there were 43,000 workers employed in Columbus. Many types of industries in Columbus have seen job growth over the previous 12 months, including manufacturing, transportation, professional services, and hospitality.
While job growth is great for people living in the Columbus area, it also means there will be more workplace accidents. The Indiana Department of Labor reports that 31 out of every 1,000 full-time workers in the state had work-related non-fatal injuries or illnesses in 2020. And that’s only counting injuries and illnesses that were serious enough to require seeking care from doctors or other medical professionals.
The Columbus workers compensation lawyers at the Klezmer Maudlin law firm know how important Workers Compensation benefits are for injured workers and their families. We are dedicated to helping workers in Columbus and throughout Indiana get all the benefits they are legally entitled to from the Indiana Workers Compensation system. We have helped more than 31,000 Indiana workers. If you or a loved one were injured while working, we would be glad to provide a free consultation.
Do You Need a Lawyer to File for Workers Compensation Benefits in Columbus, Indiana?
If you are hurt on the job in Columbus, you should report the accident to your supervisor or manager as soon as possible. That’s very important. If you wait too long to notify your employer about your injury, you could lose your chance to receive benefits.
There are some situations where a Columbus workers compensation attorney can help ensure you get all the benefits you are entitled to. You may need help from an attorney if:
- You want help in filing your claim.
- You report the injury to your employer, but your employer doesn’t report it to its workers compensation insurance carrier.
- You are receiving workers compensation benefits, but they are late or are the wrong amount.
- The insurance carrier is sending you to different doctors to try to avoid paying for expensive medical treatments that you need.
- You are not getting the proper medical treatment for all of your injuries.
- You were turned down for benefits.
- You believe the benefits you were awarded are lower than they should be.
If your claim was denied or was too low, you should not give up. You have the right to dispute the decision. Many people get the benefits they need by going through the dispute process.
How Do I Dispute a Workers Compensation Claim in Columbus, Indiana?
If you want to dispute your workers compensation decision because you were denied benefits or were given an amount you believe is too low, you should contact an attorney.
The dispute stage of the process requires a lot of technical knowledge. It calls for in-depth knowledge of the rules of evidence and the rules governing how to present medical evidence. For these reasons, the Indiana Workers Compensation Board strongly recommends that workers who are disputing claims be represented by a lawyer.
If anyone represents you at a hearing before the Board, then that person must be a licensed Indiana attorney, according to Indiana Code Section 22-3-8-1.
The Columbus workers compensation lawyers at Klezmer Maudlin wrote the book, Workers Compensation Law and Practice, that lawyers throughout Indiana use as a reference and practice guide for handling workers compensation disputes. We welcome the opportunity to use our knowledge and experience to help you dispute your claim and get the benefits that you and your family need.
What Does It Cost to Hire a Columbus, Indiana, Workers Compensation Attorney?
The Klezmer Maudlin Columbus workers compensation lawyers don’t charge any up-front fees. You only pay attorney’s fees if we recover money for you. Our fees come out of the settlement, judgment, or back pay that you receive. The amount we receive is a percentage of your award. This percentage is set by law in Indiana Code Section 22-3-1-4.
All lawyers in Columbus and throughout Indiana are subject to the same law and charge the same percentage of the money recovered. This frees you from having to shop for lawyers by price. Instead, you should look for lawyers who have extensive workers compensation experience, knowledge, skill, and dedication.
The Columbus workers compensation lawyers at Klezmer Maudlin have handled more than 31,000 Indiana workers compensation claims. We are honored to have been chosen to write the Indiana workers compensation practice guide that other lawyers rely on. We are deeply committed to helping Indiana workers stand up for their rights.
Common Workplace Accidents in Columbus, Indiana
Columbus, Indiana, is a national center for manufacturing. Almost 40% of the workers in Columbus are employed in manufacturing, which is far more than the percentage in the state or country as a whole. Unfortunately, manufacturing workers have a higher than average chance of being injured or killed in workplace accidents.
Other Columbus, Indiana, workers in industries with high rates of accidents include construction workers, service industry workers, and warehouse workers. However, workers in any type of job or working in any industry can be injured in workplace accidents.
Workplace accidents in Columbus include:
Slip and fall accidents. Workers can slip on wet or slick surfaces inside or outside at any kind of job. Trips and falls are also common and often involve uneven walkways, broken stairs, loose carpets, or obstructions left in paths or aisles. Construction and warehouse workers are at risk of falling from ladders or high places.
Motor vehicle accidents. If you are injured as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian in a car, truck, or other vehicle accident while you are working, you should consult an attorney about whether you can file a personal injury lawsuit.
Forklift accidents. Forklifts are heavy and unstable. They can tip over, fall off loading docks, or crush drivers and nearby pedestrians.
Muscle strains and sprains. Workers who lift and carry heavy items are susceptible to muscle strains and sprains. Turning and bending can also cause these common injuries.
Repetitive stress injuries. Repetitive stress injuries build up over time. They are common in jobs that require performing the same motions over and over. Repetitive stress injuries may cause pain, tingling, and numbness.
Exposure to toxic substances. Dangerous substances in the workplace may cause immediate injuries, such as chemical burns, or may cause severe illness, such as cancer, after years of exposure.
The Klezmer Maudlin Columbus workers compensation lawyers have extensive experience with all types of workplace injuries. We would be glad to provide a free consultation.
Getting Legal Help With Your Columbus, Indiana, Workers Compensation Claim or Dispute
The Columbus workers compensation lawyers at Klezmer Maudlin have a combined 100 years of experience helping injured workers. We have handled more than 31,000 Indiana workers compensation claims and wrote the book on Indiana workers compensation law. Every one of our clients is important to us. We are dedicated to achieving justice for our clients and protecting workers from insurance companies and corporations.
We would be glad to answer your questions, provide a free case review, and let you know what your options are. Call us at 317-569-9644, or fill out the contact form on our website. We will get back to you quickly and look forward to talking with you.
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