Navigating a Labor and Industries claim can be extremely complex and time-consuming. If you aren’t sure where to start, follow along with these videos from Emery | Reddy, PLLC Partner Patrick B. Reddy as he guides you through the claims process and details the different benefits that injured workers may be entitled.
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L&I Benefits Explainers
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has a range of workers’ compensation benefits at its disposal that serve as a vital safety net, ensuring that employees are supported in the event of work-related injuries or illnesses. From medical coverage to financial assistance during periods of disability, these benefits provide essential support for workers and their families.
Washington State Time-Loss – Labor & Industries Attorneys – Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
If you have a Labor and Industries claim and have questions about time-loss benefits or disability benefits, listen to the advice of Seattle L&I attorney, Patrick B. Reddy, partner at Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
Washington State PPD Awards – Labor & Industries Attorneys – Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
If you have a Labor and Industries claim and wonder if you are eligible for a Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) award, you’ll benefit from listening to the advice of Seattle L&I attorney, Patrick B. Reddy, partner at Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
Washington State Vocational Rehabilitation – Labor & Industries Attorneys – Emery | Reddy, PLLC
If you have a Labor and Industries claim and have questions about vocational rehabilitation, you’ll benefit from listening to the advice of Seattle L&I attorney, Patrick B. Reddy, partner at Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
Washington State L&I Pension – Labor & Industries Attorneys – Emery | Reddy, PLLC
If you have a Labor and Industries claim and wonder if you are eligible for an L&I disability pension, you’ll benefit from listening to the advice of Seattle L&I attorney, Patrick B. Reddy, partner at Emery | Reddy, PLLC.
Your L&I Claim Is Worth More If You Also Have an Employment Claim
A significant number of L&I — workers’ compensation claims often involve additional legal claims such as employment or third-party claims. Many people file their claims without seeking representation from an L&I attorney and thus never discover that, in addition to their L&I claim, they may be missing out on the ability to file an employment claim or a third-party claim. Pursuing additional legal action with the help of an experienced Labor and Industries attorney has the potential to significantly increase a claim’s overall compensation. At Emery | Reddy, PLLC, our experienced Attorneys practice both Employment and Workers’ Compensation Law, which means we will investigate all aspects of your claim to make sure you aren’t missing out on any potential benefits.
How Employment Law and L&I Claims Work Together
L&I Protests and Appeals
You, your employer, and your doctor all have the right to protest any decision made about your workers’ compensation claim. L&I must receive a written protest within 60 calendar days of the date the decision was received (15 days for decisions about vocational benefits) or the decision becomes final.
You may also appeal directly to the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA). The decision becomes final if your written appeal is not received within the following legal time limits from the date you received the decision:
- 60 days to appeal a claim decision or a payment decision
- 20 days for providers to appeal a billing decision that reduces the amount paid, or demands repayment
The Protest and Appeal Process
Have More Questions? Visit Our Resource Center
Please visit our Resource Center for even more information regarding Labor and Industries (L&I), personal injury, and Employment Law including, but not limited to the following:
- Helpful links to L&I forms,
- Links to informational pages regarding L&I claims, benefits, and types of L&I settlements and awards,
- IME tips, and
- FAQs answered by our experienced legal team.
Do I Need to Hire an Employment and Labor Law, Personal Injury, or Labor and Industries Attorney?
If you believe that your workers’ rights have been violated, hiring an experienced workers’ compensation and employment attorney can be critical to receiving what you’re owed. They can help you determine if you have a case — or multiple cases — and what your options are. If needed, they can help you bring the case to court or help you negotiate a deal with your employer and L&I without ever stepping into a courtroom.
If you feel that you are owed treatment and benefits, or if you have questions regarding workers’ rights and personal injury law, call us. Emery | Reddy has decades of experience in Employment Law and an unmatched record of helping Washington state workers get the justice they deserve. Call for a Free Case Review to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist and learn more about your rights. No fee unless we recover for you.
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Meet the Team
The Attorneys at Emery | Reddy, PLLC are passionate about helping workers with Employment Law issues and L&I claims. We Help Workers®. It’s our motto and what drives us every day.
We know how companies think, and we understand the tactics they use. Our Employment Law Attorneys use that knowledge coupled with over eight decades of experience to help our clients get access to the benefits to which they are legally entitled and hold employers accountable when they break the law.
If you’re struggling with an employment law issue, injury, or L&I claim, call us for a Free Case Review with an experienced Intake Specialist to learn more about how Emery | Reddy may be able help you today. No fee unless we recover for you.
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