Get Proper Compensation After An Injury On The Job
Did you suffer a fall, burn injury or back injury at work? Have you developed a repetitive stress injury such as carpal tunnel syndrome? You should notify your employer right away, get a medical evaluation and learn everything you need to know about your right to compensation. Workers’ compensation (workers’ comp) benefits help many injured workers get medical treatments – I can help get them started promptly.
Although workers’ compensation is intended to function smoothly, many injured employees encounter difficulties and need legal guidance. I am Megan E. Burke, a tenacious, experienced lawyer. I have been serving clients in Toledo as well as surrounding areas like Findlay, Napoleon, Defiance and Sandusky for decades. I am available through my practice, the Law Office of Megan E. Burke, LLC, to advise you after a workplace injury. I will keep you informed and help you overcome obstacles.
Common Types Of Workplace Injuries In Ohio
Many workplace injuries develop during everyday tasks. In workplaces like hospitals, delivery routes and factories, the strain builds quickly and can take a worker off the job. Common injuries include:
- Healthcare injuries from lifting patients, sudden movements and long shifts on your feet
- Amazon delivery driver injuries from traffic accidents, loading and unloading packages and repeated lifting
- Manufacturing and plant injuries involving machines, crush hazards and unsafe working conditions
- Repetitive stress injuries such as wrist, shoulder and back strain from repeated tasks
- Slip-and-fall accidents on wet floors, uneven surfaces or cluttered work areas
These injuries often worsen when workers try to push through the pain. Reporting the injury early and getting medical care helps protect both health and the claim. I can step in when employers or insurers begin questioning what really happened.
What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover In Ohio?
Ohio workers’ compensation is designed to support injured employees while they recover. It is not just about medical bills. It is about maintaining stability in your life during recovery.
Benefits may include:
- Medical care, including doctor visits, surgery, therapy and prescriptions
- Lost wage payments when you cannot return to work right away
- Disability benefits for short-term or long-term limitations
- Vocational rehabilitation, if you need help returning to suitable work
- Death benefits for surviving family members after a fatal workplace injury
Delays and denials are common. I work to keep claims moving and help ensure the full scope of benefits is considered, not just the minimum.
Concerns About Pre-Existing Conditions Or Missing Insurance Coverage
Many workers worry that a prior injury will stop their claim. That is not always true. If a work injury made a prior condition worse, it may still qualify. The focus is on how the job affected your current condition.
There are also situations where employers claim no coverage or fail to carry proper workers’ compensation insurance. Those cases require immediate review. Options may still exist, but timing matters. Waiting too long or failing to involve an attorney can limit recovery options and create unnecessary barriers.
Time Limits And Why Filing For A Workers’ Compensation Claim Early Matters In Ohio
Ohio has strict deadlines for reporting and filing workers’ compensation claims. Missing a deadline can put benefits at risk, even when the injury is real and documented. Early reporting helps preserve medical evidence and prevents disputes about how the injury happened.
Workers often try to “wait and see” if the pain improves. That delay can hurt the claim. I help injured workers understand what needs to be filed and when, so they do not lose benefits because of timing issues.
I Am A Trusted Attorney Providing Comprehensive Legal Support
When you work with me, you have my reassurance that your claim will be handled by an attorney – not passed around to paralegals or office staff workers. I will be at my client’s side every step of the way, including through the appeals process if necessary. I will also evaluate your case for a potential third-party liability claim or lawsuit against any liable third party, such as an at fault driver, inspector, repair or installation company, or equipment manufacturer.
With more than 20 years of experience, I will help you pursue all resources that are available to you – including Social Security Disability benefits if your injury has left you unable to work for a year or longer. If you are a surviving close family member, I will advise you on how to pursue death benefits and, if appropriate, a wrongful death claim against a third party after a fatal workplace accident.
Call me for honest information. We do not receive a fee unless we are able to recover benefits for you.
Background Information About Workers’ Comp
Ohio’s employers are required to have workers’ compensation coverage for their employees’ protection. When employees need to take extended time off work, workers’ compensation may also replace some wages and provide vocational retraining as needed.
Workers’ compensation is designed to prevent lawsuits between workers and their employers – and to make prompt medical care available to all injured workers, regardless of their incomes. A workers’ compensation claim is not a lawsuit. However, when claims are denied, courts may hear appeals. Ohio’s administrator of workers’ compensation and the Industrial Commission oversee the legal requirements and employers in their handling of legitimate claims.
Get The Legal Support You Need
I am an aggressive, experienced workers’ compensation attorney, ready to answer your questions and guide you. I will handle the details and advocate for you through all necessary steps toward the goal of recovering all that should be coming to you after a workplace accident or the onset of an occupational disease.
To schedule a free consultation, call me at 419-540-5721 or complete an online form for a prompt response.