Most Oklahoma workers are covered by Workers’ Compensation law, but many do not know or understand their rights. Qualified attorneys can help you understand your rights and responsibilities under Oklahoma Workers' Compensation law. The attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC have the experience to help Oklahoma workers who have been injured or disabled on the job. Our Oklahoma Workers' Comp lawyers file hundreds of cases each year. A workers' comp lawyer can help you file your claim and ensure you receive fair compensation.
Injured Oklahoma workers are entitled to receive 100% compensation for “all necessary and reasonable medical expenses incurred as a result of a job-related accident.” These expenses include first aid, emergency services, hospital care, doctor’s fees, and prescriptions.
In Oklahoma, possible Workers' Comp benefits include:
- Weekly checks if you cannot work
- Complete compensation for medical bills
- Rehabilitation and/or job training
- Partial disability awarded if you are still able to work
- Lifetime benefits granted if you are permanently and totally disabled
- Death and survivor benefits for your spouse and dependents
An injury suffered at work must be reported to your supervisor or doctor within thirty days from the date of the injury. Under Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Law, you may have up to two years to file a workers' comp claim. A skilled lawyer can help you understand your rights and responsibilities.
If you are injured on the job, our Oklahoma City and Tulsa Workers' Compensation lawyers can help. Give an accurate and extensive description of the accident to your own medical providers. If a dispute arises, a detailed description of the accident given to your medical providers could substantiate your claim. You must also notify your employer of a work-related injury. The Workers’ Compensation Act provides that an injured worker must report any accident to the employer or supervisor. You must give notification within thirty days of the accident; however, if you seek medical attention within this time this requirement is removed. An experienced lawyer can help an injured Oklahoma worker remember four important provisions of the Workers' Compensation Act:
- Informing a co-worker of an accident is not considered proper notice. You must notify your employer or an employee working in a supervisory capacity. Give notice of the accident as soon as possible after the accident.
- If possible, put notification of your accident in writing. Never sign a blank accident report form, and retain a copy of the completed accident report.
- Failure to give notice of the accident to the employer or seek medical attention within thirty days could result in the loss of all benefits and rights.
- If you did not give notice to your employer or seek medical attention within the allotted time, you may still be able to file a workers' comp claim. In Oklahoma, contact the qualified attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC as soon as possible to protect your rights.
The attorneys at Lawter & Associates, PLLC are experienced with Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Law.
Contact our attorneys to ensure you receive fair compensation.