Norwalk Workplace Injury Lawyer
Filing a workers’ compensation claim after being injured at work can be a tedious and overwhelming process. One wrong step could significantly reduce the compensation you receive for your injuries. Meanwhile, your employers and insurers often fight claims to pay as little as possible.
At Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., our workplace injury lawyers are committed to helping workers get the full and fair compensation they deserve for a work injury. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury on the job, contact us today for a free consultation with a knowledgeable Norwalk work injury attorney by calling 203-354-4559 or filling out our online contact form.
Table of Contents
- Serving Workers in Norwalk and Surrounding Areas
- How Our Norwalk Workplace Injury Attorneys Can Advocate For You
- We Help Injured Workers Receive Compensation
- Why Do You Need an Attorney For Your Workplace Injury Claim?
- Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available To Insured Workers
- Norwalk Workplace Injury FAQs
Key Takeaways
- Connecticut’s workers’ compensation laws are designed to provide workers injured in the workplace with benefits, regardless of fault.
- Depending on the circumstances of your workplace injury or illness, you may be entitled to benefits, including medical coverage, a portion of your lost wages, and more.
- If a party other than your employer or co-worker is responsible for your injury, you might be entitled to pursue a personal injury lawsuit and seek compensation for all your losses.
- An experienced workplace injury attorney can analyze your case, determine the best paths for compensation, pursue all claims, and, if a third party has caused your injury, file a lawsuit for the full damages you deserve.
Serving Workers in Norwalk and Surrounding Areas
After a workplace injury, your employer or their insurance company may not be willing to pay out the full compensation you deserve. Having an attorney by your side to fight aggressively for your rights can ensure that the employer and insurer honor their obligations to their workers. At KJSR, our workplace injury attorneys have more than 35 years of experience serving Norwalk and surrounding communities, including the following:
- Darien
- New Canaan
- Rowayton
- Westport
- Wilton
- Weston
- Easton
- Fairfield
- Ridgefield
- Redding
- Trumbull
- Stamford
- Greenwich
How Our Norwalk Workplace Injury Attorneys Can Advocate For You
At KJSR, our Norwalk workplace injury attorneys utilize a personalized approach for every client. We’re dedicated to providing clients with compassionate legal representation that emphasizes integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to justice. Your KJSR attorney will advocate for you at every step of the legal process, answering any questions you may have to ensure you’re in the loop about your case.
Before filing a claim, we will investigate and collect evidence to document your injury—the more proof we show, the harder it will be for the insurer to deny or undervalue your claim. Once the claim is filed, you may find yourself anxiously waiting while medical bills pile up. KJSR’s workplace injury attorneys will help you document every expense and regularly contact the insurance company for updates.
We Help Injured Workers Receive Compensation
Despite extensive legal regulations, employees often suffer life-altering injuries from workplace accidents. Workers’ compensation insurance is designed to provide injured employees the tools they need to recover from their injuries and rebuild their lives. Over the years, KJSR has recovered millions in settlements for injured workers via workers’ compensation claims and workplace injury lawsuits, including the following cases:
- $2,000,000 for the death of a 38-year-old male involving workers’ compensation
- $500,000 for a construction worker who fell from a great height while working on a private home
- $400,000 for a client who experienced an aortic aneurysm at work
- $240,000 for a workers’ compensation claim involving a workplace back injury that required surgery
Why Do You Need an Attorney For Your Workplace Injury Claim?
Going through the workers’ comp process can be intimidating, as there is always the risk of getting your claim denied for a small mistake or your employer denying you the right benefits. Working with attorneys with a successful record of supporting workers’ rights gives you the best chance of maximizing your compensation.
Insurance companies know that anyone represented by a lawyer is willing to go to court if necessary to protect their rights. KJSR has an extensive track record, and most insurance companies are familiar with our results. Usually, they would rather agree to a fair settlement than risk losing even more money in court.
Workers’ Compensation Benefits Available To Insured Workers
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance program that compensates employees injured on the job. All employers must purchase workers’ compensation insurance to cover their employees. The workers’ compensation system does not require an injured employee to prove another person caused their injuries. Under the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Act, an injured worker can pursue a claim if their injury arose from and during the course of their employment, regardless of fault.
In return, the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Program limits injured or ill employees to specific benefits, depending on the circumstances of the injury. Those benefits include the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Temporary total disability
- Temporary partial disability
- Permanent partial disability
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Living funds
- Job retraining
- Relapse or recurrence of existing injuries or illnesses
Workers cannot seek damages for non-economic damages like pain and suffering in a workers’ compensation claim. However, if a third party other than the employer or co-worker caused or contributed to the injury, you might be eligible to pursue a personal injury lawsuit and seek recovery of all damages, including non-economic losses.
If you’ve been involved in a work accident, it’s important to ensure you receive all the benefits you deserve for your injury. Working with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney can help you secure the full compensation you deserve.
John Kennedy Jr.
Founding Partner
John J. Kennedy, Jr., is the founding partner of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C. In 1988, John formed Kennedy & Johnson, along with David Johnson. John is an accomplished trial attorney, spending most of his more than 42 years practicing in Connecticut, representing injured clients before juries.
Norwalk Workplace Injury FAQs
Can You File a Workers’ Comp Claim if There Was a Third-Party Involved?
Can I Get Fired for Filing Workers’ Compensation?
Can I Get Workers’ Compensation if I’m an Undocumented Immigrant?
How Long Do I Have to File a Workers’ Comp Claim in Norwalk?
In Connecticut, workers’ compensation claims must be filed within one year of the date of injury or three years of the first manifestation of an occupational disease. Claims are established by filing written notice with the employer and a workers’ compensation commissioner in the district where the injury occurred. If you are eligible to pursue a third-party lawsuit, you must file suit within two years of the date of your injury.
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