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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
How Long Do I Have to Report a Workplace Injury in Louisiana?
July 2, 2024

The Importance of Timely Reporting When it comes to workplace injuries, time is of the essence. Reporting an injury promptly is crucial to ensure you receive the benefits you are entitled to under Louisiana's workers' compensation laws. Failure to report an injury within the stipulated time frame can result in the denial of your claim, […]

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Workers' Compensation
Can You Receive Workers' Compensation for Pre-Existing Conditions?
June 24, 2024

Understanding Workers' Compensation for Pre-Existing Conditions Workers' compensation is a crucial benefit for employees who suffer from work-related injuries or illnesses. However, many employees with pre-existing conditions, such as spinal conditions, often wonder if they are eligible for workers' compensation benefits if their condition is aggravated by their job. The answer is yes; workers' compensation […]

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Workers' Compensation
What Are Your Legal Options if You Suffer an Amputation at Work?
June 14, 2024

Experiencing an amputation injury at work is a life-altering event that can lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Understanding your legal options in this situation is crucial to ensuring you receive the compensation and support you deserve. Here, we outline the key legal steps you can take if you suffer an amputation injury […]

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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.
Call (985) 893-6530
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
New Orleans Location
1140 St. Charles St., 
New Orleans, LA 70130
Thibodaux Location
407 W. 3rd St.,
Thibodaux, LA 70301
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