Where To File Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

Filing Your DC Work Injury In VA Or MD Could Cost You Thousands

You’ve recently sustained an injury at your workplace in Washington, DC, and are seeking to apply for workers’ compensation benefits. The insurance adjuster informs you that you need to send your work injury documents to Maryland due to your residence.

Do not trust the information provided by the workers’ compensation insurance.

You should file where the accident occurred or where you work most of the time. According to workers’ compensation law, work-related injuries should be filed in DC if the accident occurred there or if you spend the majority of your working time in DC. If you file in Virginia or Maryland, you will receive less money for your worker’s compensation claim. Furthermore, you will not receive the maximum compensation for lost wages.

The insurance adjuster is attempting to trick you.

Should your insurance adjuster persuade you to file in Maryland, the state may assume jurisdiction for your case under specific circumstances. Should you file in the incorrect state, it’s likely that you won’t be informed by the state that your case should be filed elsewhere. Also, if you’ve already started your claim, it will be too late to file it in the correct state. Avoiding this common mistake is of utmost importance, as it could result in the loss of tens of thousands in tax-free income annually.

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Insurance companies hide the fact that they are trying to save money for themselves and their stockholders. Even if it means cutting the value of your benefits at your expense. They will merely persuade you to submit in an incorrect state merely to avoid paying you a higher amount. To the insurance company, you are merely a statistic.

Frank Kearney, the veteran workers’ compensation lawyer, knows what this issue looks like from both sides. He used to work for an insurance defense firm before he decided to work only for injured workers and their families. He has seen what insurance companies will try to pull in order to limit benefits for hard-working people just trying to support their family after a serious injury takes them out of work. He can help you and your family stand up to the insurance company.

Contact Our Experienced DC Workers Compensation Lawyers Today

Frank Kearney can help you get the most money you deserve and avoid mistakes that could harm your future. In a system that is often working against you, we see how stress and uncertainty can affect you.

Most people fear losing income when an injury prevents them from working. We provide financial stability and medical treatment while you can’t work so you can pay your bills and recover. With experienced lawyers at Donahoe Kearney, you can fight the insurance company, keep your money, and heal from a bad injury.

If you had a work accident in D.C. and cannot work, you are eligible for benefits. You can receive benefits even if you have light duties.

Call the experts at Donahoe Kearney Law Firm now for help. We can assist you in getting benefits to pay bills and support your family. Contact us now at (202)-393-3320 for immediate assistance.

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