If you've been injured on the job you have the right to compensation for your injuries. Do not try to handle your case alone. Your employer will hire a lawyer, why shouldn’t you hire a Missouri Workmans Comp Lawyer? As a Springfield Missouri Workers' Compensation Attorney, The Krebs Law Firm LLC and Jason Krebs represent injured workers all over Southwest and Central Missouri. You do not have to pay The Krebs Law Firm until we have your case resolved and you receive compensation.
Don’t risk getting less than you deserve for your case. We’re here to help.
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Four Reasons to Hire a Workers' Compensation Attorney
Ensure you obtain maximum possible benefits
Do not assume that your employer will do the right thing. Usually your employer has little say in your treatment or compensation, but an insurance company. Your employer's insurance company will hire adjusters and nurses to manage your case. It is these people's job to get you back to work as quickly and cheaply as possible, whether you are fully healed or not. As your work comp lawyer, it is our job to get you back to a fully functional life as quickly as possible with the maximum benefits necessary. It is likely that you will receive more money, even after you pay your lawyer’s expenses, if you hire a Missouri Workers Compensation attorney as soon as possible when you have a serious injury.
Limit employer attempt to terminate employment for unrelated reasons
Your employer cannot legally fire you or otherwise negatively affect your employment for making a workers compensation claim. However, if a workers compensation lawyer does not represent you your employer may try.
Since changes to the Missouri workers compensation laws in 2005, your employer can stop paying your temporary total disability if you are fired or terminated for reasons unrelated to your work comp claim. For example, if you're late to work, miss work for reasons unrelated to your injury or fail to follow your employer’s directions. Your employer has the right to make you come to work and fulfill “light duty" work. You could be required to come to work and count rubber bands or paperclips. Unfortunately there are some instances that the employer tries to make you quit or is trying to create a reason to terminate you other than your work place injury. Another good reason to hire a Missouri workers compensation attorney early in the process is to limit the employer's attempts at terminating you for these reasons.
Evaluate need for Permanent Partial or Permanent Total Disability
Once you have reached Maximum Medical Improvement, you may be entitled to money for the extent of your injury. Missouri uses a chart to help determine your compensation. The doctor the employer hired to treat you and maybe additional doctors will assess your injuries and what level of problem or disability they believe you experience. This is called a rating. Usually these company doctors are very conservative in their ratings. Work Comp for many doctors is a volume business and consistently low rating ensures that the insurance companies continue to hire them. You need someone on your side before you get to the point of Maximum Medical Improvement.
If you are unable to return to any work you may have a permanent total claim against your employer or possibly the Missouri Second Injury Fund. You may be entitled to payments for the rest of your life. You may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits as well.
Make a personal injury claim to obtain additional compensation
Under Missouri Workers' Compensation laws you are not entitled to compensation for pain and suffering. However, The Krebs Law Firm won't give up that easily. If someone caused your work injury other than your employer or coworker, you may be able to seek recovery against the person that hurt you with a personal injury claim. For example, if you were involved in a car accident while on the job, a claim could be filed against the negligent driver. This is why having a lawyer involved as early as possible is in your best interest.
That’s why I created a service I’m calling My 5 Point “Accept No Limits” Consultation – it has a real retail value of $299, but because I want to help as many people as I can get the answers they need during times of extreme hardship and difficulty, I’m making a limited number of these available at absolutely no charge to those who qualify.(Please note that not everyone qualifies and we reserve the right to not consult with anyone for any reason.) All you need to do is call my office at (417) 883-5886 or Toll Free 1800 345-0535 reserve your spot if you qualify.
Don’t risk getting less than you deserve for your case. We’re here to help.
You pay nothing until we win
Here are the different elements of what you’ll experience during this in-depth consultation:
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A Real, Live Face-to-Face Meeting
We’ll meet face-to-face to discuss the specific details of your disability . You won’t be filling out a web-based data entry form, sending an email, sitting on hold waiting for a real human to answer – you and I will sit down in a room and talk things through. We’ll get to know each other the old-fashioned way – where we can share and learn from each other.
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A Comprehensive Situational Assessment
I’ll let you tell your story in your own words – you talk, I listen.
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A Preliminary Documentation Review
I’ll conduct a preliminary review of any supporting documentation you have that’s relevant to the situation.
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An Honest and Open Q&A Session
I’ll answer any questions that you may have. I’ll be open, honest, and do everything I can to answer your questions to the best of my ability.
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Your Customized “Next Steps to Fairness” Proposal
Finally, after going over your situation, I’ll lay out in clear, easy-to-understand language, what I see as the strengths and weaknesses of your claim. In addition, you’ll walk away with specific suggestions on what I see as your best course of action moving forward.
My Guarantee
While I can’t guarantee ultimate results, I will guarantee our conversation will provide clear, actionable information that you can use to move forward with confidence knowing you've received timely and prudent advice.
- Jason Krebs
Am I Just Out for Your Business?
Absolutely not. This is not a solicitation for your Missouri Work Comp case. We spend a lot of time speaking with and giving guidance to people who contact our firm for general advice and guidance in injury and disability cases. This free book is simply a way for you to get important information to read in the comfort of your home, and without the anxiety that may come with contacting a lawyer directly.
Ordering this information does not create an attorney-client relationship.
If you would like more information about the Missouri Work Comp process, please request my FREE ebook report Understanding Your Missouri Workers Compensation Case.
TESTIMONIALS
What our Clients Say
“Mr. Krebs and his Staff are the best. This was my first time dealing with a personal injury case. They walked me through step by step of what I needed to do. I emailed them all the information and they handled it from there. He fought with the insurance company to get me a fair settlement. I coudln’t have asked for a better experience. He is professional, kept in contact with me to keep me informed on my case and I would highly recommend him to anybody.”
MATT W
“The Krebs Law Firm handled my case swiftly and very professionally. They handled everything for me and talked to me so I understood every step and procedure. The office was pleasant and made me feel at ease through my hardship. The Krebs Law Firm provides tough and aggressive legal representation.”