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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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Workers' Compensation
What Happens if You're Fired While Receiving Workers' Compensation Benefits?
April 11, 2025

Can You Still Get Workers’ Compensation After Being Let Go? Suffering an injury at work can be overwhelming, and finding out you’ve lost your job while recovering adds another layer of stress. If you're currently receiving workers’ compensation benefits and your employer suddenly terminates your employment, you may be wondering if those benefits will stop. […]

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man experiencing a spine injury during a walk
Permanent Disability, Workers' Compensation
Can a Spinal Injury Lead to Permanent Disability in Louisiana Workers' Compensation Claims?
March 28, 2025

Spinal injuries are among the most serious and life-altering injuries that can occur in the workplace. For many employees in Louisiana, a spinal injury may not only result in temporary pain but could also lead to long-term or permanent disability. This raises important questions about workers' compensation benefits and what injured workers are entitled to […]

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construction workers discussing plan
Permanent Disability, Workers' Compensation
Can You Work While Receiving Permanent Disability or Social Security Benefits in Louisiana?
March 21, 2025

Suffering from a permanent disability can drastically change your life, especially when it comes to your ability to earn a living. While benefits such as workers' compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are designed to provide financial support, many recipients still wish to work — whether to supplement their income or maintain a sense […]

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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.

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