What to Do If You've Been in a Work-Related Accident

    MIAMI, FL, November 02, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Workplace injuries are often emotionally, physically, and financially trying. You know you have a right to file a workers' compensation claim, but the process itself can be difficult and complex.

When you're already injured, adding the stress of filing a claim and potentially facing denial can leave you confused and frightened. Taking a moment to step back and follow all the necessary steps will be beneficial in the long run, and it will help provide you with peace of mind in the meantime.

Steps to Take Following an on the Job Accident

To ease the process of filing a workers' compensation claim, simply follow these steps after sustaining a workplace injury:

- Report your accident - your supervisor or manger will need to know as soon as possible that you have been injured. Workers' compensation requires that your employer be notified of any accidents, and you may need to fill out an incident report. With repetitive injuries, you need to notify your employer as soon as the problem manifests
- Seek medical treatment - for both repetitive and accidental injuries, you must seek medical attention to receive compensation. Your employer is required to provide you with a list of doctors in your area who can treat your injury. You must choose one of these doctors, except in the event you require emergency care, when you are allowed to see the most convenient doctor, but your employer has no say over which one
- Get an attorney - there are any number of things that can complicate a workers' compensation claim. The initial paperwork, gathering evidence, and unforeseen resistance from your employer and their insurance company are only a few examples of potential problems with filing a claim. A workers' compensation attorney will be able to assist you during every stage of your claim, and help ensure you are provided with the compensation you are entitled to

The necessity of an attorney cannot be over stressed. You are dealing with an injury and may be dealing with insurance companies who want to minimize your claim. You may also be entitled to additional benefits based on the circumstances of your injury. Trying to navigate the system on your own can prove to be futile. An experienced workers' compensation attorney will make sure you are treated fairly and provided with everything you need to recover from your injury.

If you have sustained an injury at work in or around Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm, or Ft. Myer, Florida, please visit the website of the workers' compensation attorneys at The Cochran Firm South Florida for more information about how we can help you today at http://cochranfirmsouthflorida.com.

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