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Recovering from an accident is not only physically taxing but can also plunge you into financial stress, especially if you’re unable to work. Our firm is dedicated to supporting injured workers, and we often counsel our clients on the complexities of recovering lost wages. Here’s a quick guide on what you need to do to be successful. A GUIDE FOR INJUR HOW TO SECURE YOUR LOST WAGES A
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STEPS TO RECOVER LOST WAGES
1. Medical Documentation
The first step in claiming lost wages is to obtain a note from your doctor detailing the extent of your injuries and the expected duration of your absence from work. This documentation is vital as it verifies your claim by linking your inability to work directly to the accident. 2. Document Your Earnings Maintaining records of your pay stubs before and after the accident is crucial. For hourly workers, these documents help demonstrate a clear discrepancy in earnings. Salaried employees might not see a change in their paycheck but could use paid time off during recovery, which is also claimable as lost wages.
The situation becomes more complex for self-employed workers due to fluctuating income, making it challenging to prove lost earnings. However, with the right approach and documentation, it’s not impossible.
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