The Bainbridge Firm LLC has effectively resolved issues with workers' compensation disability, benefits and compensation claims for more than 50 years. During our accomplished history, we have represented thousands of Ohioans with workers' compensation claims.
Capable Columbus Disability Benefits Attorneys
Every claim for workers' compensation disability, benefits and compensation is different and requires a customized legal approach. In our commitment to client service, we use a personal touch to resolve every legal issue. We provide competent, yet compassionate legal assistance to clients throughout central and southern Ohio from our firm's offices located in Columbus, Ironton and Portsmouth.
Employers have the responsibility of providing a safe work environment. When this does not happen and a workplace injury occurs, the injured worker may be eligible for disability benefits or wage loss benefits.
Lost Wage Benefits
Often, workers' compensation disability, benefits and compensation claims involve issues over lost wages. A worker who has earnings decrease as a direct result of the restrictions included in a claim can be eligible for wage loss claim:
- Nonworking wage loss — An injured worker remains unemployed despite good faith efforts to find unemployment.
- Working wage loss — A reduction in pay or work hours results after an injured worker returns to his or her former job and employer.
- Living maintenance wage loss — After completion of a rehabilitation plan, physical restrictions continue to cause a reduction in wages.
Disability Benefits
Our knowledgeable lawyers also help clients to recover compensation lost on a long-term basis as a result of a workplace accident. Workers injured on the job and unable to return to work can file a claim for compensation to maintain a standard of living.
- Temporary total disability (TTD) — This is compensation calculated from a previous history of income and arranged on a temporary basis. An employer or the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation can try to terminate TTD based upon the maximum medical improvement (MMI) amount determined for your situation. Frequently, your doctor may wish to continue medical treatment and disagree with the MMI determination.
- Permanent total disability (PTD) — Permanent compensation is given to workers catastrophically injured on the job. A hearing before the Industrial Commission makes a determination.
We are skilled legal advocates for our clients during hearing proceedings related to disability, benefits and compensation and will work tirelessly for your rights. It is our goal to attain the maximum benefits possible for you under Ohio law.
Steubenville Workers' Compensation Attorneys
To speak to a qualified lawyer about a workers' compensation disability, benefits or compensation claim, contact us. Please call 866-253-7107 or send an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation. We value your inquiry and will respond to you within two business days.