What to Do After Being Injured on the Job

What Should You Do After a Work Injury in Illinois?

If you have been injured at work, the bad news is you face an uphill battle in getting the workers’ compensation benefits you need to make ends meet while you’re laid up. The good news is that you don’t have to take on this fight alone. The proven workers’compensation lawyers of Galanti, Patti, & Winterscheidt, P.C. in East Alton are ready to take on the insurance companies and make sure you get the full benefits and compensation you deserve.

Step 1: Report Your Injury

It is important to report your work-related injury to your supervisor, manager, or human resources department.

Step 2: Seek Treatment for Your Injury

You need to be seen by a doctor even if you feel okay in the moment. It can take time for symptoms to develop and a doctor can ensure you arenot suffering from a dangerous internal injury. Seeking treatment is also important for establishing a medical record for any necessary workers’ compensation or third-party personal injury claim that arises from your injury.

Step 3: Save Your Talking forYour Attorney

Now is not the time to say “I’m fine”, “I’ll be okay”, or “Sorry, that was my fault.” These seemingly innocent comments in the aftermath of your injury could harm your ability to collect the benefits and compensation you deserve.

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It will cost you nothing to get started on your workplace injury claim; we handle personal injury and workers’ compensation claims on a contingency-fee basis, and initial consultations are always free. Contact us today to set up your consultation. We proudly serve injured workers throughout Metro East, southern and central Illinois.

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For your added comfort and convenience, we deliver our quality advocacy strictly on a contingency-fee basis, and initial consultations are always free. Union and military members receive discounts on attorney fees. Do you have questions about how the benefits system in Southern Illinois works after a workplace accident or injury? Contact the Madison County workers’ compensation lawyers of Galanti, Patti, & Winterscheidt, P.C., via email or by calling  618-258-0420 to see how we can assist you. We proudly serve injured workers throughout Metro East, southern and central Illinois.

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We help injured workers protect their rights. Call us at 618-258-0420. Your email message receives our prompt attention. We offer discounts on our contingency fees to union members and military veterans.