When a worker in California sustains an injury on the job, navigating the workers’ compensation system can be overwhelming. The process of recovering compensation involves legal, medical, and procedural complexities. It can be impossible to deal with this yourself, all while dealing with the physical and emotional impact of the injury. Belal Hamideh, an experienced workers compensation lawyer, serves as a vital resource for those who need guidance, advocacy, and support to secure the benefits they deserve.
Getting You the Compensation You Deserve
Understanding the worth of a workers’ compensation claim is critical, as is ensuring that all available benefits are pursued. Belal thoroughly evaluates the circumstances of an injury to determine the appropriate compensation and guides clients through every step of the process to maximize what they can recover.
California law ensures that workers injured during the course of their employment are entitled to benefits, regardless of who is at fault for the accident. These benefits cover various aspects of recovery and financial stability.
Temporary disability benefits, for instance, provide a percentage of lost wages when an injured worker is unable to return to work due to medical restrictions. If an employer cannot accommodate these restrictions, the worker has the right to compensation for this temporary loss of income.
For injuries that result in permanent work restrictions, a rehabilitation voucher worth up to six thousand dollars may be available. This voucher helps injured workers retrain for a new role or gain additional qualifications if they cannot return to their previous jobs.
Similarly, workers who need ongoing medical care may receive a future medical care settlement, ensuring their medical expenses are covered even after the initial injury is addressed. Those who face long-term disability that impacts their ability to perform job tasks may be entitled to a permanent disability settlement, compensating for the lasting impact of their injuries. Belal can help you to recover everything that you deserve.
Help If Your Employer Even Tries to Retaliate Against You
Workers injured on the job often worry about retaliation from their employers after filing a claim. While California law prohibits such actions, retaliation, unfortunately, still occurs.
Employers are prohibited from firing, demoting, or suspending an employee for seeking workers’ compensation, yet some may disguise their actions with other explanations.
If retaliation happens, it’s not just unjust but illegal under laws like the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Workers subjected to such treatment have the right to pursue penalties, back pay, and damages.
Advocating for workers’ rights, Belal makes certain there are significant consequences for any illegal retaliation, safeguarding not only the injured worker but also broader workplace protections.
Completes the Forms That You’ll Need When You Need Them
Filing a workers’ compensation claim involves strict deadlines and comprehensive documentation. An attorney simplifies this process, ensuring every detail is handled accurately and within the required timeframe.
For instance, an injured worker must notify their employer within 30 days of the incident, and the formal claim must be filed within a year. Delays can jeopardize the case, as insurance companies begin building their defense immediately after an incident is reported.
Seeking legal representation early enables injured workers to focus on recovery while their attorney manages the legal aspects. This includes compiling medical records, negotiating with insurance adjusters, and ensuring all paperwork complies with California’s workers’ compensation regulations.
With Belal’s assistance, clients avoid common pitfalls and strengthen their claims against challenges from employers or insurance companies.
Belal provides services on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients are not charged unless their claim results in compensation. This arrangement allows injured workers to access legal assistance without worrying about upfront costs.
An Advocate Knows the Details of the Law
When it comes to the law, Belal knows the details. For example, Governor Brown has made many changes to the Workers Compensation system since he took over as Governor of California. One of those with Senate Bill 863 (“SB 863”).
SB 863 increases the amount of money that injured workers receive in permanent disability benefits. It also reduces the total cost of workers compensation insurance to employers. If SB 863 did not pass, then employers were projected to pay an additional 18% of their premiums for the next year. This, as you can see, is not something that the average worker knows or even needs to know.
It is, however, something that a workers compensation lawyer does. It’s something that an attorney needs to know for how they can best use it on behalf of their clients. Belal Hamideh stays on top of all developments in workers comp law. That way, he’s as equipped as possible to help all of his clients.
A Workers Compensation Lawyer Is Ready to Help
Advocacy extends beyond just securing benefits. Belal helps clients understand the timeline of their case, the potential outcomes, and what to expect as the process unfolds. This transparency allows injured workers to make informed decisions about their claims and reduces the uncertainty that often accompanies a workplace injury.
Over the years, many workers have successfully recovered the compensation they were entitled to, thanks to Belal Hamideh. Whether dealing with uncooperative employers, complex medical documentation, or the aggressive tactics of insurance companies, Belal is always on the side of lawyers. To see how Belal can help, schedule a free case evaluation today.
