Over the past 40 years, our Leesburg work injury attorneys have supported countless workplace accident victims. These accidents need to be taken seriously so you can get fair compensation for your injuries and move on with your life.
If you are looking for assistance with any part of the personal injury or workers’ compensation process, our Leesburg workers’ compensation lawyers can help you protect your rights. Call Bogin, Munns & Munns today for a free, confidential consultation.
Collecting Damages After a Workplace Accident
Workers’ compensation insurance is designed to cover the economic impact of your accident. It typically covers medical care and a portion of your lost wages, although your employer may voluntarily pay more and then receive reimbursement from your monetary award, per Florida Statutes § 440.20(14).
In contrast, filing a lawsuit allows you to seek many different types of damages that cover the totality of your pain and suffering. These damages may include:
- Long-term assistance for disabilities
- Loss of income
- Repairing your damaged property
- Medical expenses
- Psychological trauma
- Impaired quality of life
- Rehabilitation services for your injuries
- Future lost earning capacity
- Scarring and disfigurement
The amount you receive for these and other damages depends on:
- If you suffered temporary versus permanent injuries
- Treatment costs
- How long you are out of work
- The specifics of the liable party’s insurance policy
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, we have over 40 attorneys who each focus on a different area of the law. Whether your case requires us to file a workers’ compensation claim, a personal injury claim, or both, our Leesburg personal injury lawyers have the experience and the legal knowledge to serve you.
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How Can Workplace Injury Lawyers in Leesburg Investigate My Accident?
Every accident is different, so our investigations are conducted on a case-by-case basis. For example, when the investigation calls for techniques that are out of our area of expertise, our personal injury lawyers may reach out to industry professionals and specialists to assist us while we gather evidence.
Bogin, Munns & Munns takes our time with our investigations, carefully gathering the evidence we need to build your case before presenting it to the appropriate parties.
The Types of Evidence Our Leesburg Injury Firm Can Gather for You
We use many resources during our workplace accident investigations, including:
- Submitting items for forensic testing
- Examining defective products
- Gathering physical evidence from the scene of the accident
- Reviewing the pictures you took at the scene of the accident
- Pulling records from cellphone companies
- Gathering testimony from eyewitnesses
- Seeking advice from accident reconstruction specialists, industry professionals, and other expert witnesses
- Obtaining surveillance footage
- Gathering official reports from your employer, the Leesburg Police Department, or other sources
Other Responsibilities Our Attorneys Can Take On for You
Gathering evidence is a vital part of building your case, but it is only one of many required tasks. Our work injury lawyers in Leesburg can manage your entire claim on your behalf, including:
- Promptly filing all paperwork
- Relaying communication between you and the other parties
- Determining which damages you qualify for
- Providing legal advice
- Settlement negotiations
- Examining insurance policies
- Proving liability
- Tracking deadlines
- Civil litigation
No matter what your employer or the insurance companies might say, as the injured party, you have a right to seek compensation after a workplace accident without fearing illegal retaliation. Bogin, Munns & Munns can protect that right and keep you informed at every step of the way.
Parties You Can Sue After a Workplace Accident
There are numerous parties that we can hold responsible for your injuries, including:
- Contractors and subcontractors
- Property owners
- Animal owners
- Manufacturers
- Government organizations
- Motor vehicle drivers
Taking legal action against your employer is not an option in most work-related injury cases. Florida law requires employers to provide workers’ compensation insurance for you, which essentially makes them immune to lawsuits.
However, if they deny you your basic right to workers’ comp insurance, our personal injury lawyers can help you file a lawsuit. Additionally, employers may be held liable if the court determines that they caused your accident on purpose. Cases of extreme negligence may also warrant lawsuits.
Call Bogin, Munns & Munns today so our workers’ compensation attorneys can start investigating who is responsible for your accident. We offer no gimmicks—just results.
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(855) 780-9986
Filing Your Workplace Injury Case Within the Statute of Limitations
To maintain your eligibility for financial compensation, you must file your case within the deadline established by the state of Florida, known as the “statute of limitations.” For most workplace accidents, your personal injury lawsuit will be subject to the two-year statute of limitations under Florida Statutes § 95.11.
However, the specific circumstances of your case may affect the timeline for filing. In cases brought against cities, counties, or state-run organizations, your case may be subject to a completely different set of deadlines and regulations.
Lastly, workers’ compensation claims must be filed within two years of your accident, in accordance with Florida Statutes § 440.19. However, if you do not report the injury to your employer within 30 days, you risk forfeiting your right to benefits.
The sooner you contact Bogin, Munns & Munns, the sooner we can start to help you. Our personal injury law firm has an office here in Leesburg, making us more accessible to local workers who want assistance.
Taking Legal Action With Our Leesburg Workplace Injury Lawyers
Here at Bogin, Munns & Munns, we want you to feel comfortable taking your case into your own hands. Our work accident attorneys in Leesburg have made it a goal to help victims get the support they deserve so they can finally put this event to rest and move on with their lives.
To get started with your free consultation today, reach out to a Bogin, Munns & Munns representative. We handle both workers’ compensation claims and personal injury claims.
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