C Ray Murry Attorney At Law, LLC

Settlement of your claim is voluntary, but you may enter into a lump sum compromise settlement upon agreement by all of the parties. All settlements must be approved by a Workers’ Compensation Judge.

Your employer cannot terminate your employment simply because you filed a workers’ compensation claim; however, an employer is not required to keep your job available for you while you are unable to perform the duties of the job.

Yes, as long as your doctor accepts worker’ compensation insurance; the injured employee shall have the right to select one treating physician in any field or specialty.

Yes, if your injury means you will be unable to work for approximately six months or longer, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits.

If your doctor says you cannot work, you are entitled to two-thirds of your average weekly wage, subject to a state maximum that changes yearly. If you are working with physical restrictions from your doctor, you may also be entitled to indemnity compensation.

You have the right to tell your doctor you are not comfortable with the presence of the Employers nurse at your visit and he/she will need to leave your visit. Be sure not to sign paperwork allowing the Employer’s nurse at your doctor appointments.

The law covers both mental and physical injuries from either accidents or occupational diseases, such as hearing loss.

You have the right to file a Disputed Claim for Compensation against your employer with the Louisiana State Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration Office if your employer fails to report or denies your injury.

Each injury is different but benefits can include medical care for the injury, mileage reimbursement, indemnity wage benefits, vocational rehabilitation services, and/or in some cases death benefits.

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance your Employer pays for to provide certain benefits to employees who are injured while working.