Workers' Compensation Lawyers Working with Injured Workers in Council Bluffs
Some less reputable insurance companies will go to any length to avoid paying workers' compensation claims. At Peters Law Firm in Council Bluffs, our workers' compensation attorneys represent injured workers in a wide variety of these claims. Our workers' compensation lawyers have extensive experience handling cases at all stages of the process. Whether you need help filing an initial claim for benefits or help with a contested‐case proceeding in Council Bluffs, our workers' compensation attorneys are ready to help. The attorneys at Peters Law Firm promise to work hard for you.
Our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys have served residents of southwest Iowa and eastern Nebraska since 1895!
Lawyers Representing Council Bluffs Clients in Workplace Injury Claims
No matter how your injury occurred while you were working, you likely have a claim for benefits. You'll need the help of a qualified workers' compensation attorney in Council Bluffs to help you get what you deserve. Our workers' compensation attorneys have represented victims who have suffered all types of injuries doing all kinds of work. Our workers' compensation lawyers in Council Bluffs have a complete understanding of the benefits the law provides to injured workers, and our lawyers will seek the best approach to helping you secure the benefits you deserve. In addition, if your injury occurred as the result of a defective machine or piece of equipment, our workers' compensation lawyers in Council Bluffs can help you explore the viability of a separate claim against the manufacturer or other negligent parties.
Workers' Compensation and COVID-19
If you’re wondering if workers' compensation covers COVID-19, the answer is complicated. Typically, workers’ compensation does not cover routine community-spread illnesses like a cold or the flu because they cannot be directly tied to the workplace. However, during the coronavirus pandemic, some states have made exceptions for certain workers who develop chronic illnesses, such as cancer, resulting from repeated exposure to harmful materials and environments.
For more information on how COVID-19 impacts workers' compensation, contact Peters Law Firm by calling (712) 328-3157.
Our workers' compensation lawyers in Council Bluffs have experience with claims involving all types of workplace injuries, including the following:
- Construction accident injuries
- Factory and manufacturing facility injuries
- Meatpacking plant injuries
- Arm accident injuries
- Work‐related auto accidents
- Workplace falls
- Workplace fires and explosions
- Injuries from exposure to toxic substances
- Other work-related injuries
Frequently Asked Questions About Workers’ Compensation
What is workman's comp, and how does it work?
Workers’ compensation gives you benefits if you have a work-related injury or illness, including work-related car accidents. Also referred to as workman's comp and workers’ comp, it helps cover your medical expenses and can also help replace wages from lost work time.
Employers are required to have workers’ comp insurance, as it protects them from having to pay out-of-pocket costs for employee medical expenses and lost wages. It also protects you as an employee if you’re unable to work due to a work-related injury or illness. If you are injured or become ill in the course of your employment, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible and fill out a workers' comp claim.
To ensure you receive all the compensation you’re entitled to, you might want to consider speaking with a workers’ compensation attorney who can help you take appropriate action.
What does workers’ comp cover?
Workman's comp covers claims from injured employees, including medical expenses, death benefits, lost wages, and rehabilitation. Liability limits are clearly defined in your employer’s insurance policy. As each state has its own unique set of rules and requirements on how workers’ comp functions, it can be helpful to consult a workers’ comp lawyer to get any questions you might have answered.
How are workers’ compensation rates calculated?
In most states, workman's comp covered 66% of your wages. Depending on your state’s rules, you receive your benefits weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. In Iowa, if you’re able to return to work but must take on a less labor-intensive position that doesn’t pay as much as your previous one, you may be entitled to what’s known as “lost earning” or “loss of earning power” benefits. Factors used in determining if you’re qualified for lost earning benefits include your medical condition before and immediately after the injury, your current condition, work experience, and more.