A workers’ compensation lawyer helps employees who are injured on the job obtain benefits, such as medical care and temporary and permanent disability payments, and protects them against profit-driven companies that halt or deny legitimate claims.
While it’s possible to file these claims on your own, the processes in many of these cases are complex, time-consuming, and stressful. Choosing the right workers’ compensation lawyer means working with legal advocates who know the ropes and can help navigate issues more effectively.
Continue reading to find out why choose Abes Baumann for workers’ compensation and VA benefits cases.
Why Choose Abes Baumann?
Choose Abes Baumann because:
- We are a team of attorneys focused on Workers’ Compensation and Veterans’ Benefits
- You’ll work with an attorney experienced in cases similar to yours
- We help navigate deadlines, paperwork, and complex processes
- No fee unless you win, in most cases
- We have decades of experience helping veterans and injured workers
Why Choosing the Right Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Matters
Choosing the right lawyer is crucial because workers’ compensation rules are strict and deadlines are rigid. If missed, there is a chance of a permanent bar from receiving benefits. Employers and insurers may also challenge your claim, making it difficult for you to claim your benefits.
An experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can help you fulfill the requirements, meet deadlines, and protect your rights against employers looking to challenge your claim at every turn.
Why Choosing the Right VA Benefits Attorney Matters
VA claims can be complicated and time-consuming
VA claims often involve extensive paperwork, bureaucratic regulations, and strict legal definitions. A successful claim and the securing of benefits, therefore, require a clear understanding of all these intricate components.
Navigating eligibility, overcoming hurdles in medical evidence, and establishing service connection are complicated and time-consuming steps that can be made easier with the assistance of the right attorney.
Denials happen, even when the case is legitimate
A legitimate case doesn’t automatically mean approval. Many veterans face initial denials. That said, a denial is not the end of the road. There are appeal options you can take. However, it does require strong documentation and strategy.
This is where a VA benefits lawyer comes in. The right attorney can devise a legal strategy that’s focused specifically on the root cause of why the case was denied in the first place and opt for the most suitable appeal option.
A VA benefits attorney can help you build a stronger claim
Gathering evidence to support claims is one of the most essential requirements for a successful application.
A VA benefits attorney can help gather and organize medical records and supporting documents to complete evidence for building a stronger claim. This is done by identifying missing information, securing medical opinions (a nexus letter), and drafting a strong legal argument.
Why Clients Choose Abes Baumann
Attorneys focused on Workers’ Compensation law
Attorneys at Abes Baumann specialized in workers’ compensation and VA benefits. With this focus comes ample experience dealing with different types of issues.
We’ve seen many pitfalls people have fallen into: from paperwork errors to missed deadlines to being outmaneuvered by employers. Clients get a specialized attorney to work with them personally, preventing them from being passed to someone unfamiliar with their issue.
You will not see a bill unless you win
No win, no fee. Meaning there are no upfront fees, and there won’t be any bills for you to pay unless the case is won.
Attorney fees in VA appeals are typically contingent on recovering retroactive benefits— the money the VA owes you dating back to your original filing date.
Decades of experience and proven advocacy
Another reason why you should choose Abes Baumann is our invaluable decades of experience and proven advocacy.
We’ve seen all kinds of challenges and understand which tactics and maneuvers are used against employees, so we also know how to deal with them precisely and effectively. We work to be your close partner in achieving what’s best for your situation.
Support beyond paperwork
Organizing paperwork is undoubtedly an important part of the process. However, we work beyond just that.
We’ll also take the extra steps, such as finding the right doctor and assisting with any other matters our clients might need, including organizing medical expenses and providing clear guidance throughout the process.
Our goal is to help make these complex processes less overwhelming and clearer for you.
Do You Need a Lawyer? Here Is the Honest Answer
You might, and early guidance can prevent problems later
There are certain situations where lawyers are not necessary, such as filing a standard claim. The VA system allows everyone to handle everything themselves.
However, an attorney is highly recommended if you’re experiencing complex issues, such as benefits that are threatened or denied. Moreover, early consultation with a lawyer is helpful in preventing mistakes that can complicate and intensify issues.
Signs you should speak with a workers’ compensation lawyer
Speak directly with a workers’ compensation lawyer if your claim is denied, benefits stopped or reduced, treatment not approved, or pressure to return to work too soon. These cases are delicate and require strong legal arguments to achieve the best results.
Signs you should speak with a VA benefits attorney
Contact a VA benefits attorney if you’re experiencing a VA denial or low rating, confused about evidence requirements, and having complex conditions, multiple diagnoses, or a toxic exposure history.
These situations often involve legal roadblocks that require legal help, as well as an accurate and timely response to resolve issues and prevent escalation.
Contact Abes Baumann
If you need assistance in getting VA benefits and workers’ compensation, contact Abes Baumann today.
Rest assured that we will handle your claims, process paperwork, navigate disputes, and help protect your legal rights throughout the claims process, drawing on our knowledge and experience to pursue the strongest possible outcome for your circumstances.
We seek to be your trusted source of help, providing service beyond just paperwork. We work with clients to ensure cases are handled thoroughly and effectively.