Minnesota Amputation Injury Attorneys
Workers’ Compensation for Amputation Injury
A severe limb injury that requires surgical amputation is devastating. No amount of money can ever make up for it, but you are entitled to special compensation when an amputation injury is work-related.
You should consult an attorney before signing anything. First of all, you want to ensure your benefits are calculated correctly. Second, you have important decisions to make on how you file the claim and whether to take a settlement.
Osterbauer Law Firm has decades of experience in workers’ compensation and disability law, serving the Twin Cities area and all throughout Minnesota. Call 612-315-8272 for a free consultation.
Amputation or Permanent Loss of Use
If a limb is not actually missing but you have lost its use for all practical purposes, such as a crushing injury to a hand, it is treated the same as an amputation.
How You Are Compensated
The employer’s insurance pays for all medical care, including surgeries and prosthetic limbs. The employer also pays a monetary benefit, and this is where legal counsel is critical.
Two Important Decisions
(1) If you will be out of work for a long time, it may be wiser to file for total disability instead of specific loss, because disability benefits can continue indefinitely.
(2) You can negotiate for weekly benefits or a lump sum settlement, with pros and cons to each.
Our knowledgeable lawyers will help you make the decisions that serve your long-term interests best and we can step in if there is any problem with your claim or interruption of benefits.
Contact us today at 612-315-8272 to arrange a free consultation. There are no attorney fees unless we secure your compensation.
