Our Focus : Work Injury Claims
Attorney Pattok represent injured workers and dependents of those who have tragically lost their lives in a work-related injury.
Every day we work hard to restore the family balance that can be lost when an employee simply goes to work, does their job, and then all of a sudden gets hurt on the job through no fault of their own. Unfortunately, we see firsthand how the insurance companies stack the cards against the injured worker. We take this personally. Attorney Pattok aggressively advocate for our clients to bring them the medical care and wage loss benefits that they desperately need and deserve.
When should you consider hiring an attorney to help you?
My recommendation is to hire an attorney as soon as you had the accident. The reason being is that a lot of times the employer carrier doesn’t do what’s right and you don’t even know what your legal rights are. Therefore, it’s best to consult with an attorney to make sure that you get everything you’re entitled to under worker’s compensation.
How long would my case take to get resolved?
Every case is unique. Sometimes cases can take a couple of months to resolve out of court, or sometimes we have to litigate the case and obtain benefits through the court. So it’s very important to contact our office so that we can better address your needs, so we can come up with the best game plan for you.
How many days after the incident are you elegible to report the injury?
In the state of Florida, you have 30 days to report an injury to your employer. However, if your employer already knows about the accident and its past 30 days, you’re still eligible to receive worker’s compensation benefits in the state of Florida.
Do you have to pay upfront to hire an attorney?
No, you do not have to pay upfront to hire an attorney. In the state of Florida, we work off of a contingent fee, which means that if we don’t recover anything for you, you don’t pay us.
What if I'm a 1099?
Oftentimes employers misclassify their employees and pay you as a 1099 as opposed to being on the payroll. When they do this, you’re entitled to worker’s compensation benefits. Give us a call or visit our Web site and fill out a form and we’ll give you call right away.
How long have you been practicing law?
I’ve been practicing since 2007. I handle worker’s compensation cases throughout the state of Florida. But our primary office is located here in West Palm Beach.
Does my immigration status prevent me from making a claim?
In the state of Florida, you are absolutely protected to obtaining worker’s compensation benefits regardless of your immigration status. Call us immediately after you had an accident because we can help you. Or check out our website and fill out a form and will contact you immediately.
Does it matter if the injury was my fault?
No, it doesn’t matter whether the injury was your fault or not. We are in a no fault state, which means that you’re covered regardless of whose fault it was.
What happens if the company does no have insurance? Can you still make a claim?
You can still pursue benefits against the employer directly, even if they don’t have insurance. In the state of Florida, every employer is supposed to have coverage when they have more than four employees, unless it’s a construction industry, which they’re mandated to have coverage for all employees across the board. So if your employer doesn’t have covered, we can still go after the employer for you and help you get the benefits you deserve.
What other areas do you practice law in?
Unlike other law firms, I handle exclusively workers compensation cases. Workers compensation is a very unique area of law, so it’s very important to hire an attorney who specializes in that area of law. Call her office today or visit our website to get more information.
Can a Company fire you for making a claim?
Unfortunately, I hear this a lot. The answer is no. An employer cannot fire you or retaliate against you because you’re attempting to seek worker’s compensation benefits. You are protected under law for pursuing the benefits you deserve.
Can the insurance company force me to see a different doctor than the one I want?
In the state of Florida, the insurance company picks and pays for your doctor, which means you don’t have to pay out of pocket for getting your medical care. However, if you become dissatisfied with your doctor, you do get a one time change in physician. But it’s very important to call our office first. If you’re thinking about using your one time change in position before you actually do so.
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