Work Injuries

Quad Cities Work Injuries – Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, and Moline

Work injuries can happen to anyone at any time. Even if you work in a seemingly safe environment, accidents can occur due to negligence or unsafe working conditions. If you’ve been injured on the job, you need an experienced personal injury attorney on your side to help you get the compensation you deserve.

At Keys Law Offices, we’re dedicated to representing victims of work injuries and their families. We understand the complexities of work injury cases and know how to investigate and litigate them to ensure that our clients get the justice and compensation they deserve.

When you are injured at work, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits regardless of fault. The workers’ compensation system was designed to ensure workers are financially protected in the event of a workplace injury. Benefits are paid by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance.

Following an injury, the insurance company will usually try to settle quickly to minimize its costs. Hiring a worker’s compensation attorney is in an injured worker’s best interest. The lawyers at Keys Law Offices are highly experienced in negotiating and litigating workers’ compensation claims. With the help of a qualified attorney, you are more likely to get the settlement you deserve.

Work injuries can take many forms, including slips and falls, repetitive motion injuries, machinery accidents, and more. We’ll work tirelessly to investigate your case, identify all responsible parties, and hold them accountable for your injuries and losses. We’ll also work with medical experts and other professionals to build a strong case that supports your compensation claim.

We have a deep understanding of the laws and regulations that govern workplace safety and workers’ compensation. We know how to navigate the complex legal landscape and fight for your rights as an injured worker. Whether you’re filing a workers’ compensation claim or pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, we’ll be by your side every step of the way.

If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. We’ll fight tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve, including:

• Medical expenses, including hospitalization, surgery, and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Vocational rehabilitation
• Wrongful death

We’ll handle all aspects of your case, from negotiating with insurance companies to representing you in court, if necessary. We understand that the legal process can be overwhelming, especially for those dealing with the aftermath of a work injury. That’s why we’ll keep you informed every step of the way so you always know what’s going on with your case.

If you’ve been injured on the job, don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. We’ll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your legal options. At Keys Law Offices, we’re committed to helping injury victims and their families get the justice and compensation they deserve.

Types of Workers’ Compensation Claims

Workers’ compensation claims may be brought for any workplace injury. Here are some of the more common types of claims:

• Airline Worker Injuries
• Construction Worker Injuries
• Factory/Warehouse Worker Injuries
• Healthcare Worker Injuries
• Office Worker Injuries
• Railroad Worker Injuries (FELA)
• Repetitive Trauma Injuries
• Shipping/Trucking Worker Injuries
• Third Party Causes of Action

Workers’ Compensation Benefits

State laws govern the distribution of workers’ compensation benefits and outline the rights of injured workers. In most cases (depending on the State), injured workers are entitled to:

• Medical expenses – 100% of all medical expenses are covered. No deductible or co-insurance payment is required.
• Temporary Total Disability (TTD) – If you must be off work to heal from your injuries, you are entitled to a weekly lost wage benefit. This sum is calculated based on two-thirds of your average gross weekly wage.
• Partial Permanent Disability (PPD) – Also known as a lump sum settlement, this benefit is meant to compensate you for your injuries if you suffer from partial loss of the use of a body part. The amount of these benefits is determined by what body part is permanently impaired and how that will affect your life.
• Permanent Total Disability (PTD) – If your injury leaves you unable to do any work or you lose two of the same body parts (i.e. both hands), you are entitled to benefits for life. These benefits are also based on two-thirds of your average gross weekly wage.
• Wage Loss Differential – If your injury prohibits you from doing your job and you must take a lower-paying job, you may be entitled to a benefit equal to two-thirds of the difference between each job’s average gross weekly wages.
• Vocational Retraining – If you cannot return to your job because of your injury, you may be entitled to compensation for retraining in another occupation.
• Survivor benefits – If a worker is killed on the job, his or her dependent heirs are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.

If you have been injured in the workplace, call us today to discuss your workers’ compensation claim.