Workplace injuries can leave you feeling overwhelmed, especially when medical bills and lost wages pile up. At TNT LAW, we understand the challenges you face after a workplace injury. Led by our managing attorney, Seth Thompson, we are committed to helping injured workers in Pearl, MS, secure the compensation they deserve. If you’re struggling to navigate Mississippi’s workers' compensation system or facing resistance from your employer or insurance companies, we’re here to provide the legal support you need.

Understanding Workers’ Compensation in Mississippi

In Mississippi, workers' compensation laws are designed to protect employees who are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, meaning you are entitled to benefits regardless of who caused the accident. However, this doesn’t mean that securing those benefits is always straightforward.

At TNT LAW, we’ve seen how employers and insurance companies can make the process unnecessarily difficult. Understanding your rights under Mississippi law is the first step toward protecting yourself.

Who Is Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Nearly all employees in Mississippi are covered under the state’s workers’ compensation laws. Exceptions include independent contractors, farm laborers, domestic workers, and businesses with fewer than five employees. If you’re unsure about your employment classification, we can help you determine your eligibility for benefits.

Common Workplace Injuries

We have represented clients suffering from a wide range of workplace injuries, including:

• Slip and fall accidents

• Repetitive stress injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome)

• Back and neck injuries

• Head and brain injuries

• Burns and chemical exposure

• Broken bones

• Construction site accidents

No matter how severe your injury, our team is here to ensure you receive the benefits you’re entitled to under the law.

Workers' Compensation Benefits in Mississippi

After a workplace injury, you may be entitled to several types of benefits, including:

Medical Benefits

Your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance is required to cover all reasonable and necessary medical expenses related to your injury. This includes:

• Emergency care

• Doctor visits

• Hospital stays

• Physical therapy

• Prescription medications

• Necessary surgeries

You also have the right to select your own treating physician. If your employer tries to deny this right, we can step in to advocate on your behalf.

Wage Replacement Benefits

If your injury prevents you from working, you may be eligible for wage replacement benefits:

1. Temporary Total Disability (TTD): If you are unable to work while recovering, you can receive two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up to the state maximum.

2. Temporary Partial Disability (TPD): If you can work in a limited capacity and earn less than your pre-injury wages, you may receive benefits to make up the difference.

3. Permanent Disability: If your injury leaves you permanently impaired, you may be entitled to long-term benefits.

Vocational Rehabilitation

If your injury prevents you from returning to your previous job, workers’ compensation may cover vocational training to help you transition to a new role.

Death Benefits

In the tragic event of a workplace fatality, surviving family members may be eligible for death benefits, including compensation for funeral expenses and ongoing financial support.