Workers Compensation Representation
For Marksville, Alexandra, LA & All of Louisiana

There are benefits workers are entitled to if they are injured on the job. A workplace injury can leave you out of work for a while and struggling to figure out how to pay for your medical bills, on top of your regular expenses. Barry Laiche & Associates can stand by your side and fight for lost wages and medical benefits owed by your employer in the event of an accident.

Employers need to follow workers’ compensation laws when an employee is injured on the job. Since most businesses are about the bottom line, they will do what they can to make sure they don’t have to pay more than they have to. It’s our job to make sure they pay all the wages and benefits you’re entitled to following an accident or injury while at work. 

Louisiana's workers compensation laws are fairly generous, compared to other states. Louisiana provides both coverage for medical care and compensation for your time away from work, with some exemptions. Compensation can vary based on the extent of your injury and how long it will take for you to return to work. Unlike many states, Louisiana does not cap the amount you can receive for your injuries. In most cases, you must notify your employer of injury within 30 days. Claims for payments must be made within one year of said accident, with all claims needing to be made within three years. Both mental and physical injuries from accidents or occupational diseases are covered under workers compensation law.

DO report the accident to the appropriate party as soon as possible. Be sure to get a copy of the accident report and include a full list of injuries or issues.

DO seek professional medical assistance immediately if the pain is persistent or the injury is serious. Visit your own doctor, not one that is referred by your company.

DO obtain all the available information from your employer's workers compensation insurer. Any and all documentation relating to your accident should be kept.

DO keep a written diary of the accident and the following issues and appointments. Record any pain or issues you're experiencing, all of your doctors appointments and the results, and any daily issues you experience as a result of your injuries.

DO make sure you're getting paid while you're not at work because of your injury.

DON'T allow someone to talk you into not reporting the accident.

DON'T sign releases or checks with any release language.

DON'T discuss any aspects of your case with anyone that is not your spouse or your lawyer.

DON'T settle your case until you have spoken to our workers compensation attorneys and are medically stable.

Benefits of Hiring a Workers Compensation Attorney 

When you get injured on the job, it can cost you an unimaginable amount of stress. Not only could you be out of work for an extended period of time, but you also may have lengthy medical bills depending on your injury. A workers' compensation attorney is here to help you receive the benefits you deserve. Below are a few reasons why you should hire a worker's compensation attorney instead of fighting the case on your own.

• Workers' compensation attorneys will negotiate with insurance companies
• Workers' compensation attorneys will improve your chances in court
• If your claim is denied, a workers' compensation attorney can appeal the denial
• Workers' compensation attorneys will ensure all the necessary paperwork is filled out and filed
• Hiring a workers' compensation attorney will give you peace of mind

As you can see, there are various benefits to hiring a workers' compensation attorney. At Barry Laiche & Associates, we will handle your case so you can take the necessary time to rest and recover. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation. We proudly offer legal services to those in Marksville, Alexandria, LA, and the surrounding areas.

The workers’ compensation process can be a long and difficult one. We can work hand-in-hand with you to make sure you get the benefits you deserve. There are many complexities to filing for workers’ compensation. Of course, we will be there for you to fight for your rights if your employer tries to deny you the benefits you deserve. 

Trust Barry Laiche & Associates to stand by your side and fight for the rights you deserve. We are experts when it comes to workers’ compensation and can be counted on to help you get the benefits you need and deserve. We proudly provide representation to patrons throughout Marksville, Alexandria, LA and the entire state of Louisiana.