No one wants to be injured on the job. Unfortunately, employees are injured in work-related activities every day in Minneapolis and throughout the surrounding area. In many cases, the injuries are relatively minor and will fully heal with treatment, physical therapy and time to rest and recover.
In other cases, the employee may be facing a much longer recovery time, the need for modified employment due to the injury or even the reality of a permanent disability that may limit the ability to work in the future. In these types of situations, a Workers Compensation attorney can help.
Treatment Denials
It is not uncommon for workers in Minneapolis to be denied treatment under the insurance company once they have filed for Worker’s Comp benefits. The insurance company may deny specific types of treatments, including less traditional or alternative types of treatments, even with a doctor’s recommendation.
It is also possible for the insurance company to delay or postpone approval of more costly types of medical procedures. This can lead to much a longer recovery time for the employee or even the need for unnecessary pain during the recovery process. Delaying treatment is a common issue when surgical procedures are recommended as part of the recovery process.
Having Workers Compensation attorney on your side provides you with the legal representation to fight these decisions by the insurance carrier. The attorney can provide the necessary evidence and documentation necessary to support the need for the treatment.
Managing Multiple Benefits
For some injured employees, there may be additional government benefits that impact each other. For example, if you are already accessing SSDI benefits, the amount of this benefit lowers the Workers’ Comp provided. Working with your Workers Compensation attorney allows you to plan for these issues, including if you are currently receiving Medicare or will in the future.
