Workers’ Compensation Benefits: What Types of Benefits are Covered?

Have you received an injury while performing your everyday work duties? If so, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation. There are hundreds of injured individuals every month in California, and only those who seek compensation may get it. It is not something you automatically receive after getting injured.

Did you know that almost one-half of all workers comp claims are initially denied by the insurance company?

With that in mind, you should probably hire Los Angeles Workers Compensation Attorneys to help you through the process, and ensure that you do receive your money.

But, what benefits does workers compensation offer?

Fully Paid Medical Coverage

Every injured employee who got injured while performing regular work duties is to receive fully paid medical care issued by the employer’s insurance company. This medical care will cover the following:

• All initial medical costs
• Hospital Stays
• Additional care (if needed)
• Prescription drugs and medication
• Travels to and from the doctor’s office
• Prosthetics
• Surgeries
• Rehabilitation

Keep in mind that you won’t have to pay for anything, and if you end up doing so, you may be reimbursed when the process is done and your claim is approved. To be sure that it gets approved, you should seek help from Los Angeles Workers Compensation Attorneys. They are a group of experienced individuals who have over 100 years of combined experience and who have recovered over $1,000,000 in claims for their clients.

The initial consultation is completely free of charge. Give us a call at any time and we will provide you with a case review and legal guidance.

Disability Benefits

Other Types of benefits one can receive for receiving an injury at work are disability benefits. There are 4 types of disability benefits one may receive:

• Temporary Total Benefits (if the employee ends up being temporarily and completely disabled by the injury and unable to perform regular work duties or any work at all)
• Temporary Partial Benefits (if the employee received a partial disability like for example ended up with a broken arm)
• Permanent Total Benefits (If the employee can never again work due to disability caused by the injury)
• Permanent Partial Benefits (if the employee ended up with a permanent impairment that prevents him from doing some jobs; for example, hearing loss)

Based on the type of the employee’s disability, he may receive different payments from workers compensation. The more serious the injury and its consequences, the better the benefits. Speak with your attorney to learn more about disability benefits and disability payments. If you don’t have one, it is highly advised to hire one as soon as possible to avoid any complications and avoid getting your claim refused. Call Workers Compensation Attorneys in Los Angeles today and schedule your initial free consultation.

Death Benefits

In case of death, the family of the deceased may collect death benefits. These benefits are paid to the spouse, minor children and other dependents. They involve funeral costs and will cover for all additional expenses surrounding the funeral.

Workers compensation benefits may be hard to get on your own. This is why it is important to have a good and experienced attorney by your side when filing a claim. Secure your benefits on time; give us a call today! 818-609-7005