Injured at Work? Know Your Rights to Compensation

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Workplace injuries can disrupt everything—your income, your health, and your stability. If you’ve been hurt on the job, workers’ compensation benefits may be available to help you recover.


Understanding the Issue

Connecticut’s workers’ compensation system provides wage replacement and medical coverage for qualified injuries. But that doesn’t mean the process is simple—claims can be delayed, denied, or underpaid.

How Kerry Socha Can Help

We help you navigate the system, ensure your claim is handled fairly, and fight back if benefits are withheld or reduced. Kerry also helps identify third-party claims for additional compensation when possible.

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Why This Matters

You deserve full and fair treatment—not a runaround. We’ll protect your claim, your income, and your future.

What to Expect

Claim filing support

Help with medical treatment coordination

Appeals and denied claims guidance

Evaluation of third-party liability options

FAQs

  • What if my employer says I’m not covered?

    Most employers are required by law to carry workers’ comp insurance. If they don’t, they may be liable directly. We’ll help verify your rights and coverage.

  • Can I get fired for filing a claim?

    It’s illegal for an employer to retaliate against you for seeking workers’ compensation. If that happens, you may have grounds for a separate claim.

  • Do I need to use the employer’s doctor?

    Initially, yes. However, after the first visit or certain conditions, you may have the right to choose another provider. We’ll walk you through the process.