The First 6 Steps OF OUR WORKERS’ COMP PROCESS
Last month, we discussed what you can do to protect your rights if you’re injured at work. To continue with that theme, we wanted to provide you with the steps we take when pursuing a workers’ comp claim for our clients.
compelling manner is key to maximizing your settlement. We want to know, in as much detail as possible, how your injury is affecting your life.
STEP 4: EVALUATE AND DISCUSS A SETTLEMENT
STEP 1: INVESTIGATE THE FACTS
Once the evidence is gathered, we provide a realistic settlement evaluation. We’ll work together to set a goal and go for it.
We begin by gaining a thorough understanding of what happened through speaking with you. From there, we’ll get a copy of the official comp commission file. If your case involves a car crash, we may also obtain a police report and any photos of the accident.
STEP 5: SEND A DEMAND LETTER TO INSURERS
We’ll contact your insurance companies with the results of our assessment. Sometimes, we may send multiple letters rather than one huge packet. However we decide to do it, the goal of these letters is to demonstrate to the insurance companies why it’s smarter for them to pay than to fight.
STEP 2: ANALYZE MEDICAL EVIDENCE
Obtaining and analyzing medical records is a huge part of a workers’ comp case. Accessing these documents can be an intensive process, often requiring multiple follow-ups. We may also meet with your doctors and have them fill out questionnaires relating to your claim, which can powerfully impact your case.
STEP 6: NEGOTIATIONS
We keep you as up-to-date as you want to be as we negotiate your case with the insurance companies. Hopefully our discussions end with the satisfaction of a settlement. If not, we request a hearing to get it decided by a commissioner.
STEP 3: UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT OF YOUR INJURIES
One of the biggest parts of your case is the pain and suffering you incur as the result of your injury. Presenting your condition in a comprehensive and
Good News
Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 2 Corinthians 10:4 We use God’s mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. Philippians 4:6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done.
KIELBASA KABOBS
This take on the classic Italian sausage and peppers uses fully cooked Polish kielbasa so you can prep the kabobs and bring them to your next cookout.
Ingredients
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3 red bell peppers
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2 pounds fully cooked smoked kielbasa
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 large onions
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1/4 cup olive oil
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2 green bell peppers
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Heat grill to medium. 2. In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. 3. Cut pepper, onion, and kielbasa into 1-inch chunks. 4. Thread onto skewers, alternating ingredients. 5. Brush with oil mixture and grill, covered, 10–12 minutes. [NOTE: If using bamboo skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning.] Inspired by Good Housekeeping
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