Alabama workers’ compensation is a state-run program that provides temporary disability benefits for workers injured on the job. You may qualify for workers' compensation benefits if you become injured while performing a regular work task or have been diagnosed with an occupational disease. It is supposed to be an easy-to-use program that allows workers access to temporary disability benefits without the need to file a lawsuit against their employer. However, sometimes workers will end up in a dispute about their gifts with their employer’s insurer or with the Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL).
At Mezrano Law Firm, we represent you when you must fight for your workers' compensation benefits. We offer a free consultation so that you can discuss your case with an experienced Mobile workplace injury lawyer, and you never pay attorney fees until we have recovered compensation for you.
When a worker has been injured on the job or has contracted an occupational disease, they must report the injury to their supervisor immediately and then ask their supervisor or employer about what doctor they should see to treat their workplace injury or illness. You have five days from the incident date to notify your employer, who will complete a First Report of Injury form. If your employer decides to decline your injury claim, you may contact the Alabama Department of Labor's Workers' Compensation Division to find out about your options. You have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim in court. After that, you may lose your right to pursue a claim for your workplace injury.
Alabama workers' compensation benefits include:
After a three-day waiting period, you will be eligible to receive disability benefits, including a partial wage-replacement payment, medical coverage for your workplace injury, and death benefits payable to the deceased worker's dependents.
There are four different types of partial wage-replacement benefits you might qualify for:
You can refer to Alabama's average weekly wage chart to calculate your benefits.
Death benefits will be paid to your estate if you do not have any dependents. If you do have dependents, they will receive a weekly gift.
If you disagree with how your benefits have been determined, you can work with a mediator to resolve the dispute or file a lawsuit against your employer's insurer.
Occupational illnesses or diseases
Workplace injuries can occur from:
If you filed a workers' compensation claim for a workplace injury or for an occupational disease and your claim was denied, here are some possible reasons why:
No. You are never required to hire a lawyer to represent your interests in a workers’ compensation claim. Remember that your insurer and the ADOL will have legal representation, so you should too. Whether you need to file a third-party personal injury claim, or resolve a dispute, we will be your advocate.
At Mezrano Law Firm, we accept workers’ compensation cases on contingency. This means you will enjoy the benefits of being represented by an experienced Mobile workers’ compensation attorney. Still, you will not have to pay attorney fees until we have recovered your compensation. We get paid as a percentage of the settlement amount or the back pay you receive when your dispute is resolved.
You will learn all the details about how a contingency fee agreement works and how we will work together during your free initial consultation.
If you have been hurt at work, been diagnosed with an occupational disease, or need to resolve a dispute about your benefits, a knowledgeable Mobile workers’ compensation lawyer from Mezrano Law Firm is ready to meet with you today.