Hurt On The Job? What Should You Do Next?

Should I Talk to the Workers’ Compensation Adjuster?

Most people think that if they are hurt on the job, then quite obviously their companies’ workers’ compensation insurance company should be responsible for paying their medical bills, paying them when they are out or work, and compensating them for any permanent injuries.  It is understandable why an injured worker would think that, and why shouldn’t they talk to their companies’ workers’ compensation insurance adjuster.  The company has the injured workers best interest at heart, right?

First of all, companies don’t have “hearts,” and operate to make a profit.  Workers’ compensation insurance premiums are expensive, and represent a sizable chunk of a company’s overhead, depending on the nature of the business.  Some companies make it a priority to deny as many workers’ compensation claims as they can to save money, and sacrifice their workers in favor of maintaining the bottom line.  Workers’ compensation adjusters will often ask for a recorded statement over the phone under the guise of finding out what happened.  But, what is, and what is not, an accepted workers’ compensation case, can turn on the subtlest of accident descriptions.  The workers’ compensation adjuster knows what is, and what isn’t, an accepted, compensable workers’ compensation case.  An injured worker does not have that same knowledge.  So, do not do a recorded statement without an attorney representing you, and being present on the phone with you.  Failing to do so may result in your case being denied by the workers’ compensation insurance company.           

Workers’ compensation cases being accepted, or denied are sometimes in the finest details!  You need someone to look out for you, so call Tippens & Zurosky, so we can be your voice, answer all of your questions, and file your claim!  Tippens & Zurosky has knowledgeable, experienced attorneys certified in North Carolina and South Carolina, who can fight for your rights during this often long and difficult workers' compensation process.  Call us toll-free at 877-872-3580, or at 704-343-0018, for a free consultation.  Let us help you!