If you or someone you love has been injured in a crane accident, the sudden physical, emotional, and financial trauma may be overwhelming. A crane accident can be one of the most lethal work injury causes, with the capability of causing catastrophic injuries.
Fortunately, the legal system provides workers’ compensation benefits and an experienced crane accident attorney at Berlin Law Firm may be able to help you maximize the amount you receive.
Contact us for a free consultation to determine whether you have a valid claim for workers’ compensation. If so, our firm will get straight to work fighting for the compensation you deserve for your work injury.
Berlin Law Firm has over 30+ years of experience navigating the complex field of workman’s comp and is highly knowledgeable of insurance company tactics used to deny or minimize your claim.
Trusted Counsel from Founding Partner, Stephen Berlin
“Construction site accidents are unique in that there is workers compensation insurance even if your direct employer did not carry Worker’s Compensation. Many times, injured workers from uninsured subcontractors don’t know that they have a remedy when, in fact, they are covered by the general contractor’s Worker’s Compensation policy. You need a firm that specializes only in worker’s compensation accidents and injuries and one with over 65 years of collective Worker’s Compensation experience.”
Recover Benefits Regardless of Fault
Florida is a no-fault state. This means no matter who caused your crane accident, you are still eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits–as long as you were injured while on the job. However, if you were under the influence of drugs or alcohol or deliberately got hurt, you would not be entitled to benefits.
Benefits Available Under Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation benefits can help you and your family stay afloat financially amidst medical bills and missed time from work.
There are three primary types of workers’ compensation benefits that you may receive:
- Lost wage benefits. If you suffered a serious injury from your crane accident, you may be unable to return to the workforce for a long time. The amount you receive will depend upon which category you are in. There are four different categories within which you may fall, including:
- Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
- Temporary Partial Disability (TPD)
- Permanent Total Disability (PTD)
- Permanent Partial Disability (PPD)
- Medical benefits. Generally, you do not get to choose which doctor treats you. Instead, to receive medical benefits under workers’ compensation, you will need to be seen by an authorized provider or risk having your benefits denied. Workers’ compensation will cover or reimburse your medical care as long as an authorized healthcare provider treats you.
- Any additional benefits. These include death benefits and vocational rehabilitation. Depending on your work history, level of education, and age, you may qualify for Florida’s reemployment services which can help expedite your return to the workforce.
Meet Our Experienced Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
Berlin Law Firm is proud to serve injured workers across Florida. Our attorneys have nearly 40 years of combined experience working for workers’ compensation insurance companies, which makes all the difference in our clients’ claims. We’ve represented over 20,000 Florida work injury cases since our firm was founded in 2016, and our team is ready to handle every step of your claim and fight for your best interests.
Stephen Berlin, Esq.
Founder of Berlin Law Firm, Stephen Berlin, has over 30 years of experience within the Florida Workers’ Compensation System.
David Ruiz, Esq.
Attorney David Ruiz provides astute workers’ compensation legal representation and is fluent in English and Spanish.
Amanda Annunciata, Esq.
Attorney Annunciata works tirelessly for her clients and has been recognized for her exemplary professional excellence.
Meet Our Full Team of Attorneys
Contact Us at Berlin Law Firm for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one have been injured in a crane accident, our team of workers comp attorneys will fight for your rights. We know every case is different. We treat each client with the utmost compassion, respect, and dedication.
We are here to provide legal protection, ensure our clients’ full recovery, and support every worker through the entirety of their case. If you have been injured in a crane accident here in Florida, call us today to schedule a free consultation.
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