New Orleans
At Crescent City Law, our dedicated workers’ compensation lawyers stand as strong advocates for the rights of injured workers both inside and outside the courtroom. We understand the challenges workers face, including the fear and uncertainty of potentially losing your job or source of income after an injury. Our services include comprehensive legal representation, handling denied claims, and ensuring proper medical and financial compensation for workplace injuries. Our team has successfully handled workers’ compensation cases throughout Louisiana!
Our New Orleans Workers’ Compensation Services:
Injured Workers Have Rights
Nearly every injured worker is protected under the law. At Crescent City Law, we are dedicated to protecting healthcare, compensation, and disability rights for injured workers. Make sure you get the information you need on any claim–big or small.
Whether you just need a few questions answered or full-scale legal help, our team is ready to help you take the first step in protecting your healthcare and compensation rights. Every day, our firm helps workers and families figure out their situation and decide on the next move. You need protection and you need answers sooner rather than later. Our team can walk you through the entire process from disability pay to prescriptions. Injured workers are often forced to make serious decisions by employers and insurance companies from the first day of their injury. You owe it to yourself to have a team working for you when you need it most.
Oil Field Worker Injuries
Oil field work is high-risk, with dangers like machinery malfunctions, toxic exposures, and explosions. If you’re injured, Crescent City Law will fight to ensure you receive quality medical care, fair compensation, and protection for your rights.
Construction Worker Injuries
Oil field work is high-risk, with dangers like machinery malfunctions, toxic exposures, and explosions. If you’re injured, Crescent City Law will fight to ensure you receive quality medical care, fair compensation, and protection for your rights.
What is Workers' Compensation?
Workers’ compensation insurance that employers are required to carry to cover medical bills, lost wages, and permanent disability for employees who suffer work-related and on-the-job injuries or illnesses. This mandatory insurance for employers, provides benefits regardless of an employee’s work hours or who was at fault. However, employees who were intoxicated or engaging in illegal activities at the time of injury may be ineligible for these benefits.
Filing a Workers' Compensation Claim in New Orleans
Many workers hesitate to report injuries, fearing job loss or believing they can’t afford time off. Some worry that their employer’s insurance company will deny their claims or attribute the injury to non-work-related activities. However, you should never feel discouraged from claiming your legally entitled benefits.
At Crescent City Law, we understand the challenges you face and are prepared to support you every step of the way. Our skilled lawyers will help you file your claim, represent you at hearings, and appeal any denials to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve and the time you need to recover after your injury.
What Our New Orleans Clients Say
Our New Orleans Workers’ Compensation Case Process
STEP ONE
Call 504-608-0084 to set up a free consultation with our experienced workers’ compensation team.
STEP TWO
We’ll start working with you as soon as possible to understand all the details of your case and develop our legal plan.
STEP THREE
We’ll fight for the justice you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services do workers' compensation lawyers provide?
Workers’ compensation lawyers often help injured workers with compensation claims right from the beginning of their claim. With no out of pocket expenses required, they guide injured workers through the claims process, proper, comprehensive medical care, and secure compensation. Hiring an attorney early maximizes your possible compensation. Because of the legal structure of workers’ compensation laws in Louisiana, it never saves money to wait and hire an attorney later. Crescent City Law is here to ensure you do not go through this alone.
Who can file a workers' compensation claim?
Most any employee hurt on the job, working for a Louisiana employer is covered under Louisiana workers’ compensation laws. This even applies if their work takes them out of state. Federal employees, longshore workers, and those who work as crew members on a vessel are covered with different systems. Workers should report their injuries as soon as possible so the file claim can begin. This should be done within a year of (or the knowledge of) the date of injury in order to protect your claim. If your employer is refusing to report/file your claim, call the Crescent City Law team immediately.
Common workers who often file these claims include:
- Oil Workers: Often exposed to hazardous conditions that can lead to serious injuries.
- Construction Workers: Face risks from heavy machinery, falls, and other job site hazards.
- Skilled Tradespeople: Includes electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians who work in environments with unique risks.
- Manufacturing Employees: Operate heavy equipment and work with potentially dangerous materials.
- Transportation Professionals: Such as truck drivers, who are at risk of accidents and injuries on the road.
What are some common workplace injuries in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, particularly among oil workers, construction professionals, and skilled tradespeople, certain types of injuries are more prevalent due to the demanding nature of these jobs. Common workplace injuries include:
- Back Injuries: These injuries can have a devastating effect on your life and your ability to earn money.
- Joint Injuries: Shoulders, elbows, knees, and hip injuries can not only severely affect your health, they can affect the jobs you may do.
- Machinery Accidents: Involving heavy equipment found in oil fields and construction sites, leading to severe injuries or fatalities.
- Falls from Heights: Common in construction and building maintenance, where workers often operate on scaffolds and ladders.
- Exposure to Harmful Substances: Oil workers and chemical plant employees often face risks from exposure to toxic chemicals.
- Electrical Burns: Electricians and other tradespeople working with electrical systems are at risk of severe burns and electrocution.
- Vehicle-Related Accidents: Truck drivers and equipment operators are susceptible to crashes and collisions.
What can you do if your workers' compensation claim is denied?
If a claim is denied or ignored, call Crescent City Law immediately. We have decades of experience getting insurance companies to follow the rules and provide the healthcare the law requires. Most often our attorneys can get medical benefits and disability [“workers’ comp checks”] started without the need of a hearing or trial.
Why is it important to have a workers’ compensation lawyer during a workers’ comp hearing?
Insurance companies hire attorneys who are well trained in the complexities of workers’ compensation law. They would never face an injured worker without their attorney. You deserve proper representation too. It is nearly impossible to win a workers’ comp hearing without a knowledgeable workers’ comp attorney on your side. Insurance companies know most people have no idea about how claims are presented and argued. Crescent City Law represents your case beginning to end with no out of pocket fees. Ever. We take no fee if we do not collect for you!
Is my injury covered?
All work-related injuries occurring in the course and scope of the job are covered under workers’ compensation, regardless of who was at fault. This includes accidents, back and joint injuries, and illnesses caused by workplace conditions. However, injuries caused by the injured worker’s intoxication or illegal activities may not be covered.
Can my employer fire me after my injury?
Employers rarely fire injured employees. When employers fire injured workers in the process of workers’ compensation claim, this often increases the value of your workers’ compensation claim. Additionally, quitting your job while being treated under a workers’ compensation claim may destroy the value of your claim. If you suspect retaliation, you may have additional legal remedies to protect your rights and job.
Do I have to go to the “Company Doctor”?
No. Employers or their insurers may require you to see a company-approved doctor for an initial evaluation, but you have the right to choose your own treating physician afterward. Do Not sign a doctor choice form without speaking to an attorney first! A lawyer can help ensure you get appropriate medical care.
What if my bills aren’t being paid?
The insurance company is required by law to pay your medical bills. Crescent City Law works to make sure all bills are paid and specialist referrals or treatments are granted. Our attorneys can intervene to ensure timely payment and prevent disruptions in your care.
What’s my case worth?
A fair settlement considers future medical treatment/care, prescriptions, ongoing physical disability, and the combined effect on your ability to earn money. None of this can be known without completing all proper treatment and examination of a worker’s situation under Louisiana law. Anyone telling you the value of your claim without this is essentially making something up and hoping you’ll take their offer. You deserve the maximum value for your claim. Our attorneys work your case beginning to end and negotiate a settlement that provides the best possible compensation.
Get Started on Your New Orleans Workers’ Compensation Case Today
Whether you work in a factory, an office, or out in the field as a driver, laborer, or clerk, workplace injuries can happen. Filing for workers’ compensation might seem daunting and complex, especially if your claim has been denied.
At Crescent City Law, our skilled workers’ compensation lawyers are here to simplify the process and support you through it. If you or a loved one has been injured at work, contact us to find out how we can help you navigate your workers’ compensation claim effectively.
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Located in New Orleans, Louisiana, Crescent City Personal Injury serves clients in New Orleans, Metairie, Westbank, Kenner, Laplace, Gretna, Harvey, Marrero, Westwego, Jefferson, Elmwood, Harahan, Bridge City, River Ridge, Arabi, Chalmette, Hahnville, Causeway, Bonnet Carre Spillway. The firm also works with clients in Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, St. Bernard Parish, St. Charles Parish, St. John the Baptist Parish and St. Tammany Parish.