What Do I Do If I Was Hurt At Work?
Workers' Compensation is a No Fault Administrative system, but employers/insurance companies fiercely defend these claims and you will be adding insult to your injury if you do not hire a talented Workers' Compensation attorney (Call THE MARGOLIS FIRM PC.) WC Claims are generally denied as not being accidents arising out of the course of employment. Causal connection is challenged most often, and pre-existing conditions is a close second in frequency of defenses. If not settled, WC hearings are presided over by an Arbitrator, not a jury. Decisions are appealable by Commissioners, and then by Circuit Court Judges, and Appellate Justices, if necessary. Workplace accidents may also be associated with a Third Party Action Over lawsuit against the person or company responsible for causing the injury. This aspect of litigation, if not settled, could lead to a jury
trial in the Circuit Court.
trial in the Circuit Court.
