practice Areas

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.

Read More
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.
Read More
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.
Read More

Latest Blogs & Articles

Older man taking notes while working in his workshop
Workers' Compensation
What Happens if You Cannot Return to Work After an Injury?
May 27, 2026

A serious workplace injury can change nearly every part of a person’s life. In addition to physical pain and medical treatment, many injured workers in Louisiana worry about how they will support themselves and their families if they cannot return to their previous job. Some workers recover fully after an accident, but others face long-term […]

Read More
Sad woman covering her face while crying
Workers' Compensation, Death Benefits
Who Qualifies for Louisiana Workers’ Comp Death Benefits in 2026?
May 20, 2026

Losing a loved one in a workplace accident is devastating. In addition to the emotional trauma, families are often left facing serious financial uncertainty after the loss of a primary income earner. Medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and long-term household financial needs can quickly become overwhelming. Louisiana workers’ compensation law provides death benefits for […]

Read More
Manager talking to team of employees at work
Workers' Compensation
Most Common Injuries in Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Claims
May 13, 2026

Workplace injuries can happen in nearly any profession, from construction and industrial jobs to healthcare, transportation, and office work. Some injuries may heal within weeks, while others leave workers facing permanent disabilities, chronic pain, or long-term medical treatment. In Louisiana, injured workers may have the right to pursue workers’ compensation benefits after suffering job-related injuries […]

Read More
READ MORE BLOGS
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.

CONTACT US nOW

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
A trusted law firm stands not just on its legal victories, but on the strength of its integrity, compassion, and unwavering commitment to those it serves.
call us today
(985) 893-6530
Office Location
Our Office Location
19295 N 3rd St #1, 
Covington, LA 70433, 
United States
Copyright © 2026 Wanko Workers Comp lawyers | All Rights Reserved.
Powered By:
linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram