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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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Death Benefits, Workers' Compensation
Who Qualifies as a Dependent for Louisiana Workers’ Comp Death Benefits?
September 23, 2025

When a worker tragically loses their life in a workplace accident, the impact on the family is devastating. Along with grief, surviving family members often face financial uncertainty, especially if the worker was the primary source of income. Louisiana workers’ compensation laws provide dependency and death benefits to help families maintain financial stability during such […]

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Workers' Compensation
Can You File a Workers’ Comp and a Personal Injury Claim After an Auto Accident at Work?
September 19, 2025

At Wanko Workers’ Comp Lawyers, we often hear from clients who have been injured in car accidents while performing their job duties. One of the most common questions we get is whether they can file both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury lawsuit. In Louisiana, the answer is sometimes yes, depending on the […]

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Workers' Compensation
How a Workers’ Comp Attorney Can Help After the Roseland Explosion in Louisiana
August 27, 2025

When an explosion shook Roseland, Louisiana, state and local agencies rushed to respond. Reports confirmed that fire crews and Louisiana State Police worked for over 24 hours to contain the damage, protect nearby residents, and assess the impact on workers in the area. For employees caught in this type of industrial disaster, the concern is […]

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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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