Charleston Short-Term Disability

While most injuries are mild, some require workers to take time off work while they recover. In fact, almost 7 million Americans suffer a loss in productivity due to on-the-job injuries every year.

This loss in productivity usually means a loss in wages, right at a time when an injured worker is facing increased medical expenses. The Charleston disability lawyers at the Steinberg Law Firm are committed to helping our clients receive the benefits they need to make it through this difficult time.

Our Practice Areas

We have the experience to help with every step of applying for workers’ compensation, including:

• Short-Term Disability Filing Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Appeals
• Short Disability Litigation

Determining Compensation

If an injured employee is unable to work for seven days or longer, he or she is generally entitled to 2/3 of his or her normal weekly pay, not exceeding 100% of South Carolina’s average weekly wage. His or her worker’s compensation should also pay for all necessary medical expenses.

Unfortunately, receiving compensation is not always as simple as it should be. The procedures and paperwork involved can become complex, and many employees have to appeal an initial refusal before they can get the benefits they need. Sometimes injured workers have to appear at a hearing to persuade a commissioner that certain treatments truly are necessary.

How a Charleston Disability Lawyer Can Help

The good news is that assistance is available. A good attorney can offer you invaluable advice, use the details you provide to build a strong case for you, and argue persuasively for your rights in court. Having the right attorney on your side can greatly increase your chances of receiving the benefits you need.

To contact a knowledgeable Charleston workers’ compensation lawyer, call the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800 today.