Reporting your injury and filing a workers’ compensation claim right away ensures you get the medical care and financial support you need to recover. Immediate action is critical.

A torn rotator cuff injury at work can lead to severe pain, limited mobility, and the need for surgery. Recovery often involves months of physical therapy and can leave you unable to perform basic tasks, putting your career at risk.

A herniated disk is a back injury where a disc in your spine slips out of place. This often happens from lifting, bending, or doing the same work over and over. It can make working painful or force you to stop working.

In a workers’ compensation case, the main issue is how the injury affects your ability to do your job and how much work you miss.

Getting a lawyer early can help protect your job, your benefits, and your workers’ compensation case.

If you were injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, the at-fault driver’s insurance is responsible for covering your damages.

But don’t wait—insurance companies will try to minimize your claim. Get medical attention immediately, document the accident, and avoid speaking to the other driver’s insurer without legal guidance.

If your injury requires surgery, it might lead to more medical benefits because surgeries often come with high costs. It can also affect your ability to return to work. If you can’t get back to your old job after surgery, your benefits could change to reflect that.

Additionally, if surgery leaves you with a permanent disability, it could lead to a higher settlement to cover long-term care.

If your surgery is denied, you have the right to challenge the decision. It’s important to take action to ensure that you receive the necessary care for your recovery.

Yes, you can be fired while receiving workers’ compensation. In D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, employers cannot fire you for filing a workers’ comp claim – that’s illegal retaliation. However, since most jobs are at-will, your employer can still terminate you for other reasons.

The good news? Losing your job doesn’t stop your workers’ compensation benefits. The insurance company must continue paying for your medical care and wage loss benefits.

After a serious car accident, insurance adjusters may contact you quickly. They often ask questions or request statements that can later be used against you. Insurance companies train adjusters to protect their bottom line, not your recovery.

Giving a recorded statement, especially while injured, on pain medication, or under stress, can hurt your case. Getting guidance early helps protect you and your family.

We explain what to expect after an accident and help make sure the insurance company does not take advantage of you.

• Report the Injury – Inform your supervisor immediately, specifying that the injury occurred at work.
• Seek Medical Treatment – In Washington, D.C., and Maryland, you have the right to choose your own doctor; you are not required to see a physician selected by your employer or their insurance company.
• File a Workers’ Compensation Claim – Submit your claim promptly to ensure coverage for medical expenses and lost wages.

Don’t delay—acting quickly helps protect your health and your workers’ compensation benefits.