Workers' Compensation - True or False?
Ten Most Common "Myths"
Myth 1: If you speak to the insurance company or write a letter explaining your case and are reasonable, you will get a reasonable response that "pays" you what you deserve.
Myth 2: When you are involved in a work-related accident and the insurance company calls you to ask for a statement, you have to give them a statement or you cannot receive benefits.
Myth 3: All lawyers who advertise that they handle workers' compensation cases have the same ability, tools and experience to handle your case.
Myth 4: Your employer's insurance company will quickly approve and pay for the medical treatment since you were injured while working.
Myth 5: The Workers' Compensation Board will step in and protect your rights and make sure you get the benefits you are entitled to.
Myth 6: The paperwork you need to file is simple and doesn't need an attorney.
Myth 7: Most compensation claims are made up, fraudulent and people would rather be on compensation and "milk" the system instead of working.
Myth 8: Fiing a claim is suing your employer.
Myth 9: Your employer will make sure you get the benefits you deserve quickly and keep your job open for your return.
Myth 10: Your employer will file a claim on your behalf and you will not have to do anything; by notifying your employer that is all you have to do.
5 DEADLY SINS THAT CAN DERAIL YOUR NEW YORK WORKERS COMPENSATION CASE - WRITTEN BY ATTORNEY BRIAN M. MITTMAN -- READ THIS AND YOU MAY HAVE A SHOT AT RECEIVING BENEFITS.
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