As 2020 comes to a close you may be thinking more about what New Year’s resolutions you are going to set for 2021. Although health, exercise, and overall well-being are among the top on many people’s New Year’s resolutions if you have been injured on the job, filing a workers’ compensation claim should be a main goal in the new year as well. If you have suffered from a workplace injury, you should prioritize filing a Worker’s Compensation claim so you can receive the compensation and benefits you deserve for your injury. If you have not consulted with her Worker’s Compensation attorney, that is the best place to start. A Worker’s Compensation attorney can help you navigate the steps in filing a claim and help you build a strong case so you are more likely to win and be compensated for your on-the-job injury.
One reason you may not have filed a Worker’s Compensation claim yet is that you were unsure if 1.You will receive compensation if you file a claim or 2. How to begin the process of filing a claim. At Poirier Law Firm, we will help you throughout the entire process of filing Workers Compensation claims and will focus on gathering the appropriate evidence to ensure your case is as convincing as possible. Do not begin next year without addressing your workplace injury by filing a Worker’s Compensation claim. Workers’ Compensation can help relieve much of the stress and burdens that accompany a workplace accident by allowing you to truly begin the path to healing and returning to normalcy.
In the meantime, before you file a Worker’s Compensation claim, there are a number of important steps you must take to ensure that you are not weakening your case in any way. Social media is extremely popular and becomes more commonly used around the holidays. Posting anything on social media that could compromise the legitimacy of your claim can be used against you in court and can potentially decrease your chances of receiving the benefits you deserve. Be sure that you are conscientious of what you are posting on your social media this holiday season if you are considering filing a Worker’s Compensation claim for a past injury. If you are unsure if what you were posting on social media could hurt your case, it is important to consult a Workers’ Compensation attorney to ensure you are not weakening your case in any way.
Poirier Law Firm wishes you a safe and happy holiday season. We are committed to helping our clients so if you have been injured on the job, consider making one of your top New Year’s resolutions to file a workers compensation claim. We will ensure the process is as smooth as possible and will fight for the best outcome for your case!