If you’ve been injured on the job in Missouri, you may wonder whether you need a lawyer to handle your workers’ compensation claim. After all, Missouri law requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and the system is designed to provide benefits without needing to sue your employer. But while the system may seem straightforward, the reality is that getting the full benefits you deserve is often anything but simple.
At The Gogel Law Firm, we help injured workers in St. Louis and throughout the state navigate the complexities of Missouri’s workers’ compensation system and fight for the benefits to which they are entitled.
When You Might Not Need a Missouri Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
You may not need an attorney in minor cases, such as a sprain or cut requiring minimal treatment and little or no time off work. If your employer and insurance carrier cooperate, cover your medical bills, and pay any necessary lost wages promptly, you can handle your claim independently.
But this is the exception, not the rule.
When You Should Call a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Most cases don’t go as smoothly as they should.
You should speak to a workers’ compensation attorney in Missouri if:
- Your claim is denied or delayed.
Insurance companies often deny valid claims or delay payments, hoping you’ll give up. A lawyer can help you appeal and fight back.
- You are not receiving all of your benefits.
Missouri workers’ comp should cover your medical expenses, lost wages (temporary total disability), and potential permanent disability. If any of these are missing or underpaid, legal help is critical.
- You’re being forced back to work too soon.
Employers and insurers sometimes push injured workers to return to work before they are physically ready. We can help you get an independent medical evaluation and challenge unsafe return-to-work demands.
- You have a pre-existing condition.
If your injury aggravated a prior condition, the insurer may use it as an excuse to deny your claim. We can help prove that the work injury made your condition worse.
- You’re dealing with a serious or permanent injury.
If your injury prevents you from working for a long time—or ever again—your future is on the line. Don’t trust the insurance company to calculate your benefits fairly.
- Your employer is retaliating against you.
Missouri law protects you from being fired or punished for filing a workers’ comp claim. If you’re experiencing retaliation, legal action may be necessary.
What a Skilled Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in St. Louis Can Do for You
At The Gogel Law Firm, we handle all aspects of your claim so you can focus on healing. We gather medical evidence, negotiate with the insurance company, represent you at hearings, and fight for the maximum benefits available under Missouri law. There are no upfront fees—we only get paid if we recover your compensation.
If you’ve been injured at work, your health and financial future are too important to gamble on. Insurance companies have lawyers—so should you.
Contact The Gogel Law Firm in St. Louis today by calling (314) 775-3864 or online to schedule a free consultation. We’re here to protect your rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
