If you have already filed a claim, but you were reinjured at work, you might be wondering if you can file another claim – and that’s a great question for an Ohio Workers’ Compensation Lawyer!

Under the law, you are entitled to benefits if you are injured on the job. But if you ask an Ohio Workers’ Compensation Lawyer, they’ll tell you that it’s always a good idea to seek expert counsel if you are filing multiple claims, as employers and the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation might use previous claims to dispute your current claim.

This is especially true for jobs that are riskier than others, like police and firefighters, farmers, roofers, iron and steelworkers and flight attendants and truck and delivery drivers.

Workers who are employed in these fields have a higher risk for repeated injuries or illnesses and they shouldn’t be penalized if they need to make multiple claims – meaning contacting a Ohio Workers’ Compensation Lawyer is a great idea!

It’s also important to note that your employer can’t legally hold it against you if you file more than one workers’ compensation claim. In fact, if you have reason to believe you are being harassed, passed over for promotions or demoted on the job, you should always contact an attorney. 

Under the law, each workers’ compensation claim must be evaluated separately and on its own merits. And you should subsequently receive your benefits if your claim is a result of you being a covered employee and a legitimate on-the-job injury or illness. Things like drug or alcohol use, fighting, violations of company rules and polices and some other caveats might negate a claim, however. 

Under the law, you are entitled to medical care compensation, wage replacement and potentially other benefits. 

It sometimes happens that a company or the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation might try to deny your claim – and your benefits. Sometimes, this can happen with multiple claims, as the other side may try to use multiple claims to show that you have a pre-existing condition that would bar you from additional claims.

If you haven’t fully recovered from one injury that resulted in a claim, that could also impact subsequent claims as well – and that’s when a Ohio Workers’ Compensation Lawyer can help you get the benefits you deserve!

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If you have questions about workers’ compensation payments, we have a qualified Ohio Attorney who can help. Contact us today.