When you’re injured on the job and want to seek benefits, it’s possible to try to get them on your own. However, if you’re unfamiliar with the process, you might not know what you’re eligible to receive. Insurance companies tend to take advantage of unrepresented workers applying for benefits. Additionally, specific forms need to get submitted, and insurance claims are required to get filed by particular deadlines. If you fail to send in your application within the necessary timeframe, you could miss out on receiving any payments for your medical treatment and lost wages.
Hiring an experienced workers’ compensation attorney ensures your claim gets handled correctly and promptly. Once you retain an attorney, they will immediately obtain a copy of your employer’s insurance policy to determine your eligibility for benefits. They will help you fill out the necessary forms and make sure they get submitted to the appropriate insurance representative.
Depending on the severity of your injuries and employment status, you could receive weekly payments for a variety of expenses. Your attorney knows laws stating which benefits you qualify for and the maximum period you should get paid. The most common benefits include:
- Reimbursement for past and future medical and hospital costs
- Prescription medication expenses
- Compensation for lost wages
- Expenses for traveling to and from doctor appointments
- Costs for rehabilitation
- Temporary or permanent disability
Your attorney will ensure your rights are protected, and you’re treated fairly throughout the entire process. Anyone suffering from a work-related injury is overwhelmed by the negative impact it has on his or her life. The last thing you want to worry about is learning how to file a workers’ comp claim. With an experienced attorney by your side, you’ll only have to focus on your recovery while they handle everything else.
The attorneys at Hammack Law Firm have decades of experience fighting for clients just like you. We use a variety of resources at our disposal to seek the maximum benefits you need. When you hire us, we will treat you like a priority. Our small firm allows us the ability to give individualized attention to every client who retains us. We care about our clients and will fight hard for you. We maintain open communication throughout the entire process, so our clients know the status of their cases and what to expect next.
We’re available 24/7, so you’re able to reach a legal professional at a time that’s most convenient for you. We understand how devastating this time in your life is. You’re in pain, unable to work, and wondering how you’re going to afford your medical bills. We don’t want to add any stress to your life.
We provide free consultations to all prospective clients. You could meet with our attorneys risk-free to discuss the details of your injury and seek our legal advice. Call us at (864) 766-7108 today if you sustained an injury while on the job. We’ll schedule your free consultation and help get you on the road to recovery.
Our Client Bill of Rights offers a 30-day unconditional satisfaction guarantee —no costs and no fees. We serve our Greenville clients in all areas of personal injury, including auto and motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, and boating accidents.
To get started with our Greenville personal injury law firm, please simply contact us online or call (864) 766-7108 for a free consultation.
With over 25 years of legal experience, Paul Hammack provides his clients with a level of trial expertise and strategic insight rarely found in personal injury litigation. Having spent the first eight years of his career working within major insurance defense firms across Georgia and South Carolina, Paul gained an intimate understanding of the “other side’s” playbook. This insurance industry background serves as a unique differentiator for his clients; he knows exactly how insurance carriers evaluate risk and what motivates them to pay top dollar for a claim.
In 2008, Paul founded Hammack Law Firm to move away from the “plaintiff mill” model and focus on building personal relationships with those he represents. As a seasoned litigator, he has tried dozens of first-chair cases to verdict, specializing in high-stakes litigation involving catastrophic injuries and complex truck accidents. His dual-state practice allows him to provide aggressive representation across both South Carolina and Georgia, ensuring victims of negligence receive the maximum financial compensation possible regardless of which side of the state line the accident occurred.
Paul’s commitment to excellence is reflected in his record of significant achievements, including a $10 million tractor-trailer wrongful death settlement and a $3.9 million moped-versus-truck recovery. His credentials and bar admissions in both South Carolina and Georgia underscore his deep roots in the regional legal community. Beyond the courtroom, Paul is a dedicated advocate for his local community, contributing his time and resources to organizations such as the United Way, Red Cross, and Hands On Greenville, all while working to make South Carolina a safer place for everyone.
