A Fall River man obtained a $100,000 settlement from Ace American Insurance Company after filing a workers’ compensation claim. During the course of his employment, he was loading a couch into a truck and injured his right arm in the process. Surgical repair was required followed by physical therapy rehabilitation. d’Oliveira & Associates maintained joint responsibility with a Massachusetts workers’ compensation attorney, who negotiated a Lump Sum settlement with the insurance company.
Nearly all injuries that happen while you are on the job can be covered by filing a workers’ compensation claim. The key is if this was a work-related injury. Therefore, an accident on the job, illnesses that occur as a result of exposure to work activities, exposure to chemicals on the job and even injuries that happen as a result of traveling for the job can be covered under workers’ compensation benefits.
Contact a Fall River Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
If you or a loved one were recently injured while on the job, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses and lost earnings, among other losses. You should contact a knowledgeable Fall River Workers’ Compensation Lawyer to discuss all of your options and to get you the best possible compensation for your injuries. Please call us today toll-free 24/7 at 1-800-992-6878 or fill out an online contact form for a free (no obligation) case evaluation.
Paul d’Oliveira
Attorney Paul d’Oliveira has been practicing personal injury and disability law for over 30 years. He started his personal injury law practice in 1989 with two offices in Fall River, MA and East Providence, RI. Today his firm has 16 offices in RI and Southeastern, MA.
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