Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I expect to get as a settlement in my workers compensation case after being injured at work?
Each case has unique circumstances, and the degree of injury suffered. Depending upon how the accident or injury occurred, the amount sought for damages can vary greatly. In some cases, where the injuries suffered were catastrophic, such as paralysis, traumatic brain injuries, or other terrible injury cases, the amount received can be in the millions of dollars, others are less extreme. As the legal team is prepared to discuss your case at no cost to you, it is recommended that you contact a New York workers compensation lawyer from Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund and get your questions about your case answered.
I was injured at work and now I cannot make a living. Is there anything that can be done?
Work related injuries are very common in New York, and the legal team at Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund has helped thousands of individuals get the compensation that they deserve for such accidents. Workers' Compensation is required by law to assist you if you have been injured on the job. However, claims have been denied in the past, causing individuals and families to suffer needlessly. With the assistance of a workers compensation lawyer from Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund, the fair compensation you deserve will be relentlessly sought.
Is it complicated to make a Workers' Compensation claim?
The simple answer is: yes. The paperwork involved is complicated and difficult. Many individuals choose to use an attorney to fight for their compensation, as dealing with the injury and trying to get back to good health is more important than trying to decipher complex forms. At Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund, the legal team will make the claim on your behalf, and likely will be able to find certain types of claims for compensation that you may not have been aware of.
Why was my claim denied?
When the paperwork for the claim is missing information, it can be denied. There may be other factors that result in a claim being denied. Don't take "no" for an answer: contact a workers compensation lawyer from Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund to review and evaluate your case. Don't give up, be proactive and fight for what is fair by contacting the firm.
Can I recover my lost income?
In many workers compensation cases that involve Workers' Compensation, your income that was lost due to the injury is part of the claim you can make - by law. However, there are cases in which the injured individual does not receive the lost income, for a variety of reasons. If this is your situation, contact Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund to speak to a workers compensation lawyer. It may be necessary to fight for what you deserve, and the legal team is there to help you.
What can Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund help me with?
The legal team at this outstanding workers compensation law firm is prepared to assist clients in any of the following types of workers compensation cases:
Contact a New York Workers Compensation Attorney from Katz, Leidman, Grossman, Wolfe & Freund if you are dealing with a workers compensation sustained on the job or due to the negligence, recklessness or intentional acts of another individual or company.