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When Insurance Companies Dispute Claims

One of the most challenging parts of a workers' compensation claim can be dealing with the insurance company. An insurer may question whether your injury happened at work, dispute the treatment recommended by your doctor, or argue that you are able to return to your regular job.

A claim may also become complicated when there is a disagreement about your medical restrictions, the extent of your disability, or whether a particular treatment is necessary.

These disputes can leave an injured employee unsure about what to do next. We can help review the circumstances of your claim and explain the options available to you.

Medical Treatment After a Work Injury

Medical care is often one of the most important concerns following a workplace accident. Mississippi workers' compensation law provides for reasonable and necessary medical services related to a compensable injury.

Mississippi law also contains specific provisions concerning the selection of physicians and referrals to specialists. Because workers' compensation medical treatment operates under its own rules, injured employees should understand whether a provider or treatment has been authorized before assuming that every expense will be covered.

Follow your medical provider's instructions and keep documentation of your treatment. If the insurance company refuses or delays necessary care, speak with a workers' compensation attorney about the situation.

What If You Cannot Return to Work?

Some workplace injuries prevent an employee from immediately returning to the same position. Your doctor may place restrictions on lifting, standing, walking, bending, driving, or other physical activities.

Your employer may sometimes offer modified duties that fit within those restrictions. In other situations, your injury may prevent you from working altogether.

Your ability to work and your medical restrictions can affect the workers' compensation benefits available to you. We can review your medical information and employment circumstances to help you understand how your injury may affect your claim.

Third-Party Workplace Injury Claims

Sometimes another person or company may contribute to an employee's workplace injury. For example, a worker could be injured by a negligent driver, defective equipment, or the actions of another company operating at a job site.

A potential third-party claim can involve different legal considerations from a workers' compensation claim. Mississippi law addresses situations involving third parties and workers' compensation benefits, including how amounts paid through workers' compensation may relate to a recovery from another responsible party.

If someone outside your employer may have contributed to your injury, we can review the circumstances and explain what legal options may be available.

How TNT LAW Can Help

At TNT LAW, we know that dealing with a workplace injury can be overwhelming. You may be trying to recover physically while also dealing with an insurance company, medical appointments, and concerns about your income.