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Steve Wanko, Louisiana workers' compensation attorney
WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIMS

INJURED AT WORK AND NOT SURE WHAT TO DO NEXT?

For those of us working in an office, getting hurt at work isn’t something we really think about.

Lawyer for workers' compensation claims sitting in front of a computer all day doesn’t exactly scream “Danger!” But accidents can and do occur.

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SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
CLAIMS ATTORNEY

What Is Social Security Disability In Louisiana?

When you become disabled and are unable to work, it can have a serious financial impact on your life.
 
It may become impossible to continue contributing financially to your family, and every day living expenses add up quickly.
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WORKERS DISABILITY DISPUTES

ERISA disability disputes in Louisiana can be very drawn-out

Since appeals will be based on medical evidence in the claim file, it is crucial that the claim file be stacked with evidence supporting the claim early on.
 
As strange as it sounds, ERISA allows insurers discretion to administer their own policies.
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Latest Blogs & Articles

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Amputation Injuries, Medical Benefits
Can You Get Lifetime Benefits for an Amputation on the Job in Louisiana?
July 11, 2025

Losing a limb is one of the most devastating injuries a worker can suffer. It changes how you move, work, and live, often permanently. If you suffered an amputation injury while on the job in Louisiana, you may be wondering how long your workers’ compensation benefits will last and whether you qualify for lifetime support. […]

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Workers' Compensation
Can You See Your Own Doctor for a Workers' Comp Claim in 2025?
June 27, 2025

If you’ve been hurt on the job in Louisiana, your first priority should be getting the medical care you need. But once the workers’ compensation process begins, you might wonder, do I have the right to see my own doctor—or does my employer choose for me? In 2025, Louisiana law still gives injured workers an […]

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Death Benefits, Workers' Compensation
Who Can Claim Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits in Louisiana?
June 13, 2025

Losing a loved one to a workplace accident or occupational illness is an unthinkable tragedy. Beyond the emotional toll, many families are left facing financial uncertainty—especially if the deceased was the primary breadwinner. Fortunately, Louisiana workers’ compensation law provides death benefits to help support eligible dependents. These benefits are intended to replace lost income and […]

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Talk With a Louisiana Workplace Injury Lawyer
Get help choosing the right path after a Louisiana work injury, benefits dispute, or settlement problem.
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How to start your workplace injury claim
  1. Report the workplace event to your employer as soon as possible.
  2. Gather medical records, wage-loss paperwork, and any benefits notices you have received.
  3. Preserve accident details, witness names, and every claim document in one place.
  4. Speak with a Louisiana workplace injury lawyer about the right claim path for your case.

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Whether you have suffered an immediate injury or have endured a long-term disability or chronic illness, you deserve to have the support you need to recover. Our work injury attorneys will provide you with nothing less than compassionate understanding and exceptional legal counsel.

We are here to help. Contact us online anytime.

Covington LocatioN
19295 N. 3rd St., #1,
Covington, LA 70433
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1140 St. Charles St., 
New Orleans, LA 70130
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Thibodaux, LA 70301
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