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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 to Your Workers' Compensation Benefits If You Can't Return to Work?
September 6, 2024

Suffering a serious workplace injury can be life-altering, particularly if it affects your ability to return to your previous job. Workers' compensation is designed to provide financial and medical support to injured workers, but what happens if your injury is so severe that you can’t go back to work? In Louisiana, there are several options […]

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Heavy Equipment Injuries, Workers' Compensation
Can I Sue My Employer for a Heavy Equipment Injury?
September 3, 2024

Heavy equipment injuries are unfortunately common on construction sites and other industrial workplaces, often leading to severe injuries or even fatalities. In Louisiana, workers who are injured on the job typically turn to workers' compensation to cover their medical expenses and lost wages. However, workers' compensation benefits have limitations and may not fully address the […]

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Workers' Compensation
What Are the Common Reasons for Workers' Compensation Claim Denials in Louisiana?
August 21, 2024

Workers’ compensation is a critical safety net for employees who suffer injuries or illnesses as a result of their job. In Louisiana, workers’ compensation provides financial benefits to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs for injured workers. However, the process of securing these benefits is not always straightforward, and many workers find that […]

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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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1140 St. Charles St., 
New Orleans, LA 70130
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Thibodaux, LA 70301
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