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How do I maximize my compensation following a workplace accident?

On Behalf of | Jun 15, 2022 | Workers' Compensation

A work-related injury can have far-reaching implications. It can be difficult to tell how the injury will affect you several years down the road. For this reason, it is important that you do everything in your power to obtain as much compensation as possible from your workers’ compensation claim.

But, the insurance companies are in the business to maximize their profits. And that means doing everything they can to minimize your compensation. So how do you maximize your workers’ compensation claim when you are injured at work?

Here are three things you can do to ensure that you get what you deserve during your workers’ compensation claim:

Seek treatment as soon as possible

A workplace accident can leave you with a range of injuries. While some injuries like amputations and lacerations can be clearly visible, others like brain injuries and deep tissue injuries may not be apparent right away. 

Seeking treatment gets you out of immediate danger while placing you on a path to recovery. Also, this ensures that your injuries are properly captured in the doctor’s report. This is crucial for strengthening your workers’ comp case. 

Be sure to follow through with your doctor’s treatment plan. Missing doctor appointments or abandoning your treatment plan will not sit well with the insurance company. 

Pay attention to important timelines

Florida statutes require injured workers to report their injuries to employers within 30 days from the date of the injury. Even though you have so much time to report your injury, it helps if you can do it as soon as possible. 

Likewise, you have up to two years from the date of the workplace accident to file your workers’ claim. You risk losing your right to the compensation you deserve if you do not observe these important timelines. 

Be clear and truthful

Never make false statements to your employer, doctor or the court while pursuing your workers’ compensation claims. Lying about the circumstances that lead to your workplace accident or exaggerating your injuries will only hurt your case when the truth finally comes out. As far as workers’ comp is concerned, honesty is your best ally. 

Knowing what to do and the missteps to avoid can help you pursue the compensation you deserve following an injury at work.