Work injuries can have devastating consequences for employees—physically, emotionally, and financially. Luckily, workers’ compensation laws protect the rights of injured workers and ensure they receive funds for medical treatment and lost wages after a work accident.
Learn the various ways you may recover compensation after a work injury, and the amount you may expect to receive.
Indiana’s Workers’ Compensation Laws
Most workers in Indiana are covered under workers’ compensation laws. Filing a workers’ compensation claim is the easiest way to recover compensation after a work accident because you do not need to prove your employer’s fault or negligence in order to receive funds.
The average result for a workers’ compensation claim is $21,800, with the typical range being from $17,000-$27,000. It’s important to note that claimants who work with a personal injury attorney usually receive significantly higher settlements.
Other Options for Compensation After a Work Injury
There are a couple of other options to recover compensation after a work injury. These include filing a personal injury claim against your employer directly, or filing a product liability claim against the manufacturer of any defective equipment that caused your injury.
For all three options, it’s in your best interest to work with an experienced personal injury attorney, since your chance of recovering a better settlement is much higher. This additional compensation can prove invaluable down the line, as some work injuries can last longer than expected and cost you a small fortune in medical bills and lost wages.
Injured in a Work Accident? Contact Us Today
Our Indianapolis attorneys can help you through the workers’ compensation process more efficiently while you focus on recovering from your injuries. We operate on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay us a cent unless we win money for you.
There is no downside to exploring your options with us. Contact Wagner Reese at (888) 204-8440 to schedule a free consultation.
