What Is a BCWCS Attorney in Connecticut? A Workers’ Compensation Guide

It is easy to get lost in the legal process of pursuing workers’ compensation for an injury you suffered at work, but fortunately, you do not need to face it alone. Hiring a lawyer can help you get the answers you need for questions like, “What is a BCWCS attorney in Connecticut?” and “How can they help me get the workers’ compensation I deserve?”

What Is a BCWCS Attorney in Connecticut?

Simply put, a BCWCS, or “Board-Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist”, is an attorney who, through dedication and tremendous effort, has met every rigorous requirement and specific standard that has been set by the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA), showing just how advanced their expertise can be in the area of workers’ compensation laws.

They are also held to a much higher standard of ethical conduct by the CBA, and are required to remain updated about every recent legal development in Connecticut’s workers’ compensation laws. Their consistent involvement in this area of law empowers them to be able to do just that.

What Do BCWCS Attorneys Do in Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Cases?

There are many ways a BCWCS attorney can help you as you pursue workers’ compensation. Specifically:

• They handle denied claims. In the event that an insurer issues a notice of intention to contest a claim, or a Form 43, your BCWCS attorney can handle the investigation, as well as any subsequent litigation, in order to contest the denial.
• They maximize your benefits. Your attorney can also work on securing the maximum compensation permitted for your case, including things like temporary partial, temporary total, and even permanent disability benefits on your behalf.
• They sort out medical care approval. Your BCWCS attorney can also pursue approval of any necessary procedures, specialist care, physical therapy, and/or surgeries that you may need to get better, or at least move forward with your life after sustaining your workplace injury.
• They navigate litigation and appeals. Should you find that your claim has been denied, a BCWCS attorney can represent you at any subsequent hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Commission, also known as the “WCC”, and, should the need arise, the Compensation Review Board, or “CRB.”
• They can help prevent missteps. It is easy to get lost in the confusion, melee, and complexity of a case, but your BCWCS attorney can help you stay locked onto your desired outcomes, making progress while protecting you from making mistakes with your paperwork, as well as protecting you from being manipulated into signing away any of your rights in Connecticut.

Why Should I Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer?

There are many reasons that one should consider choosing to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer, including an increase in clarity and a decrease in stress. Legal terminology, protocols, and procedures can prove to be incredibly complex, leaving even the smartest individuals confused and overwhelmed. Fortunately, your lawyer can help you avoid such time wasters.

Additionally, they can offer you any added representation that your case may require. Since the Constitution State does not carry workplace injury cases out in a regular superior court, your case may end up being carried out at the nearest District Office of the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC).

Choose the Morizio Law Firm to Help You Strengthen Your Case

Twenty years ago, attorney Lawrence Morizio obtained his recertification as a Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation law.

Being one of approximately only 50 other people in the state given that distinction by the Connecticut Bar Association, he is uniquely skilled and equipped to help people just like you handle a wide variety of personal injury cases, including workplace injuries.

Instead of treating clients like case numbers, the Morizio Law Firm works hard to tailor their approach and resources to meet the clients’ and cases’ needs. Come discover how we can help you build your case, pursue justice, and aid you in your pursuit of financial compensation.

FAQs

How Long Will My Workers’ Compensation Case Take to Resolve in Connecticut?

The amount of time that a workers’ compensation claim takes to resolve tends to vary case by case in Connecticut, mostly due to the influence of several different variables. Some examples of said variables include whether or not the Connecticut court system is brought into the case, the level of complexity it presents, the availability of all parties involved, whether or not you have hired a workers’ compensation lawyer, and the schedule of your local relevant legal institutions.

Am I Legally Required to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer to Handle My Case in Connecticut?

No, hiring a workers’ compensation lawyer is not required by Connecticut state laws, but many individuals just like you have found that doing so can prove to have a strong impact on the success of their case, as well as the ease of their time pursuing just compensation and the clarity of their process in doing so.

How Much Will My Settlement Be for a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Connecticut?

Similar to the amount of time needed to reach a settlement, the size of your compensation can be influenced uniquely by a number of outside factors, including the severity of your injuries, your capability to work, whether or not you are a loved one filing a wrongful death claim, the total of your medical and related expenditures, whether or not travel costs are included, the level of negligence that the company can be held responsible for, and even more circumstantial factors.

Can Your Company Terminate Your Employment While You Are Receiving Workers’ Compensation in Connecticut?

As is the case with most employment in the state of Connecticut, an employee may be let go or fired for non-discriminatory or unethical reasons, even if they are currently receiving disability benefits from the employer after sustaining a workplace injury. This means that they can terminate your employment should they downsize your division or fire you if you have exhibited unwelcome workplace behaviors. They cannot, however, fire you because of your injury.

Get More Information Today

Standing up for your rights, justice, and financial needs may feel overwhelming, but with the help of a BCWCS attorney, you can pursue your desired outcomes.

Contact the Morizio Law Firm today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can help you get the monetary assistance you need and the justice you deserve.