Workers' Compensation
Workers' Compensation Claims
Workers' Compensation Claims
Whether benefits or additional legal remedies are available depends on the specific facts of the case, applicable law, and the available evidence. Castro Asociados helps clients understand their legal rights, evaluates potential claims, investigates the circumstances of workplace injuries, gathers relevant evidence, communicates with insurance carriers when appropriate, and represents clients throughout the workers’ compensation claims process and related legal proceedings where supported by the facts and applicable law.
Workers' Compensation Benefits May Include
Medical Benefits
Workers’ compensation benefits may include coverage for reasonable and necessary medical care related to a work-related injury or occupational illness, as provided under applicable state law.
Temporary and Permanent Disability Benefits
Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, injured workers may qualify for temporary or permanent disability benefits when a workplace injury affects their ability to work.
Wage Replacement Benefits
Workers’ compensation may provide partial wage replacement during periods when an employee is unable to work because of a covered work-related injury or illness, where permitted by applicable law.
Additional Workers' Compensation Benefits
Depending on the facts of the case and applicable state law, additional benefits or legal remedies may be available, including benefits related to permanent impairment, vocational services where provided by law, or third-party claims when applicable.