Irvine Work Injury Attorney

Lawyer Representing Worker's Comp Accident Victims

Worker's compensation is insurance an employer must have to cover the expenses that result from an injury accident to an employee; it is beneficial to both the employee and the employer. An employee injured on the job may miss work and experience financial hardship due to a loss of earnings. Workers' comp is supposed to provide financial benefits for an injured worker - sometimes, however, it is not enough to cover costs incurred from an injury. An injured employee should immediately contact an Irvine personal injury attorney for legal guidance through the workers' comp procedure. Attorney Steven Mehr represents employees injured in all types of accidents and has aided them in recovering the maximum possible compensation for their workers' comp claims.

Workplace accidents can deprive the worker of his livelihood and cause him to need medical care and living expenses. Common accidents include motor vehicles accidents, falling and moving objects and back strain from overexertion. If you are suffering from a workplace accident, you have two main routes to obtain compensation. You can seek benefits through the Workers' Compensation program or, in some cases, sue through the courts for full damages. As this a complicated area of law, you are urged to obtain legal advice from an attorney skilled in workplace accident law.

Involved in a workplace accident in Irvine?

Government studies have shown that there are over four million job-related accidents and sicknesses per year in the United States. Work injuries can have a huge impact on the worker and his family's well being. Common injuries come from falls, motor vehicle accidents, flying objects and body strain from lifting. Compensation for injuries is available through two main paths, the California Workers' Compensation law and the personal injury claims process through the courts.

If you or a family member is suffering from work injuries, you are urged to contact an personal injury attorney knowledgeable about work injuries litigation. At our firm, we are able to help clients who have recently been injured in a workplace accident by assisting them fight for their deserved benefits under workers' compensation. We understand how to file a claim and have extensive knowledge of the rights of injured workers.

Even in cases involving amputations, toxic exposure or even in situations of denied cases, you can be confident that a workers' comp accident lawyer will fight tooth and nail to protect your benefits and medical treatment. If you're wondering as to why hire a workers' comp lawyer - the answer is simple. If you seek our guidance, you can trust us to do everything possible to help you achieve your desirable result, even when the situation is daunting.

Helpful Information

Workers' Compensation
When a worker in Irvine, California is injured at work, he or she may have the right to file a workers' compensation claim to seek medical benefits and money for lost wages. These benefits are provided regardless of who was at fault in the accident. Read more about workers' compensation…

Workers' Comp Denied Case
A workers' comp claim may be denied if the insurance company or employer believes that the worker's injuries or illness are not work related. Even if your claim was denied, we may be able to help you file an appeal to seek the benefits you need. Read more about workers' comp denials…

Rights of Injured Workers
Injured workers have specific rights, such as the right to prompt medical attention and the right to seek workers' compensation benefits without fear of retaliation by their employer. We are committed to protecting these rights to the fullest extent. Read more about the rights of injured workers…

Workers' Comp Benefits & Medical Treatment
One of the primary types of benefits you may be able to seek under workers' compensation is for medical treatment. This may include doctor bills, medication, medical supplies and even the cost of transportation to and from doctor appointments. Read more about workers' comp benefits for medical care…

How to File a Workers' Compensation Claim
There are several key steps to take immediately after a work injury or diagnosis of an occupational illness. Seek medical care, inform your employer and consult an attorney. Read more about how to file a workers' compensation claim…

Why Hire a Workers' Comp Lawyer
Working with a lawyer is strongly advised if you are interested in seeking workers' compensation benefits. The claims process can be complicated, and it is possible that the insurance company or your employer may try to take advantage of you. Protect your right to benefits with a competent attorney by your side. Read more about hiring a workers' comp lawyer…

Construction Accidents
Working on a construction site may present numerous hazards, and at our firm we represent workers, visitors and passersby who are injured by construction accidents of any kind. Read more about construction accidents…

Scaffolding Accidents
Scaffolding accidents are one of the most common types of construction site accidents. Falls from scaffolding or injuries from objects falling from scaffolding may cause serious trauma. We handle personal injury and workers' comp claims for these cases. Read more about scaffolding accidents…

Toxic Exposure
Exposure to toxins at work can lead to serious occupational diseases. Mesothelioma from asbestos exposure is one of the most common, but a worker may also suffer from exposure to benzene, lead, or even naturally occurring substances such as mold. Read more about toxic exposure…

FedEx / UPS Injury Attorney
FedEx and UPS workers may be at risk of injury in car accidents as they make their deliveries or may suffer from back pain or other injuries from the repetitive motion of lifting heavy packages. We represent these workers in all types of workers' comp claims. Read more about FedEx and UPS workers' comp cases…

Legal Aid for Irvine Worker Claims

Under the Workers' Compensation law, a worker does not have to prove that his employer was negligent to make his claim. In fact the worker can be at fault himself. It is solely necessary for the worker to show that the injuries are work-related. The worker can obtain benefits including medical expenses, disability payments and, where permanently injured, a disability award.

In most cases you are limited to a Workers' Compensation claim. Under this program you may obtain compensation for medical expenses and a disability benefit paid while you are out of work. If you are permanently disabled, you may gain a lump sum payout. This claim is not as liberal as one can obtain through a normal personal injury action, but the good news is that a Workers' Compensation claim merely requires that you show that your accident was work-related. You do not have to show that your employer was at fault and in fact it does not matter if you were at fault.

The worker is normally barred from suing his employer in court for damages including pain and suffering but is limited to the benefits of this Workers' Compensation claim. However if the worker can prove that the employer caused his injuries through intentional misconduct, he may sue the employer in the courts for full compensation. He may also maintain such a claim if the injuries were caused by a third party. For instance, if he is working on a construction site with several subcontractors and is injured through negligence of an employee of another sub-contractor, he may maintain a full claim against the other sub-contractor.

Common Workers' Comp Injuries in Irvine, CA

The amount of compensation recoverable for an injured employee depends on the circumstances of the accident and the extent of the injuries. Some injuries are severe enough to cause a permanent disability or even a fatality. Following are some common workplace injuries: soft tissue damage; head, neck, and back injuries; broken or crushed bones; carpel tunnel syndrome; burns; amputations; and death.

A workers' comp lawyer can represent an injured employee to ensure that the insurance company pays the maximum allowable benefits whether disability, medical or death to the injured or the surviving family members. Employees are often unaware of the rights they have to injury compensation as they may be entitled to recover more than offered by workers' compensation insurance. It is important to seek legal advice before settling.

You may feel intimidated by the workers' comp claims process and settle for an amount less than entitled to. We are skilled and experienced lawyers who who can review and evaluate an injury claim and give competent legal advice regarding the eligibility for compensation. Contact our firm today for a consultation with one of our workers' comp accident lawyers.

Irvine Workers' Compensation Attorney

For injuries caused by your employer's negligence, you are limited to your Workers' Compensation claim. However, if your employer caused your injuries by intentional misconduct, you may still initiate a personal injury claim in court for full damages. If you are injured on the job by a third party such as another contractor working on the same site, you may bring an action against the other employer.

We at the Mehr Law Group provide aggressive representation to workers seeking compensation for workplace injuries in the Irvine, California area. Our firm has over 40 years of combined legal experience and has won tens of millions of dollars for our clients. If you have been injured in the workplace, we offer a free consultation and case evaluation.

Contact an Irvine work injury attorney at the firm if you are seeking compensation for work injuries.