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If you have a job that often involves moving heavy objects, you might end up injuring your shoulder in the process. When this occurs, you need to inform your employer and they will then file a workers' compensation claim. However, you might then be surprised when your claim is denied. Claim denials are more common than you might think. If this happens, you should talk with a workers' compensation attorney right away.

How Workers' Compensation Services Can Help You

Protecting your right to receive workers' compensation benefits can be very difficult due to the various motions that need to be filed and all the medical evidence you must gather. Workers' compensation services will perform much of the work for you so you can focus on your recovery.

Avoiding Trial

A workers' compensation attorney will assist you in getting your claim approved. In some cases, a workers' compensation insurance provider will be more interested in approving your claim if you involve an attorney because this is a sign that you're informed about your rights. However, if the insurance provider still refuses to negotiate a settlement, your attorney will file a case on your behalf.

Filing a Lawsuit

After the case has been filed, you'll want to inform your attorney about any important developments, such as if you receive a bill or if you are told by your doctor that you will need shoulder surgery. 

Your attorney will regularly receive status updates on your legal case and your attorney will then inform you about these updates. Some of these updates might not sound interesting, but it's important to be fully informed about the progress of your case.

Filing Motions and Engaging in Negotiations

Your attorney might believe that it's in your best interest to file a motion. If this is the case, they'll contact you, explain the motion, and will file the motion on your behalf if you approve of it. They will also communicate with the defense attorney and the insurance adjuster. You will be informed about the details of the conversation.

Going to Trial

At some point, your case will go to trial and your workers' compensation attorney will represent you in court. Going to trial is a hassle and can be expensive, but you will be compensated to a much greater amount if the judge rules that your claim should not have been dismissed in the first place.

For more information about worker's compensation, reach out to a local attorney.