Permanent Disability Claims Attorneys Serving Omaha
In many workers’ compensation cases, workers are so severely injured that it causes a permanent disability. A permanent disability can change your entire life; it will impact your ability to work, perform daily tasks, enjoy your hobbies and much more. This is a difficult situation for anyone to be in, but our experienced attorneys at Walz Law Offices are here to help. If you or a loved one has developed a permanent disability due to a work accident, we can guide you through the next steps toward filing a claim and seeking the benefits you deserve.
What Is A Permanent Disability Claim?
A permanent disability is any long-term disability that is a result of your work injury or illness that impacts your ability to continue working and earning a living. Permanent disabilities are usually identified by medical professionals who have determined that your condition is not going to improve any further but you may still have lasting health issues that affect your ability to work.
Permanent disability claims allow you to receive ongoing worker’s compensation disability benefits that cover the scope of your disability and other expenses. The benefits you receive are based on factors such as your permanent disability rating, the type of disability you have, the level of impairment it’s caused, how it affects your earning capacity and your wages before your injury.
Filing a permanent disability claim is crucial for anyone who is no longer able to work due to their disability. It provides you with the ability to support yourself financially so you don’t have to worry about no longer working. Our disability claim attorneys can help you navigate the claims process to seek the compensation you need for your disability.
What Is A Permanent Disability Rating?
When your doctor determines that your condition won’t improve and you’re determined to have a permanent disability, you will be given a permanent disability rating. This rating is used to determine how your condition will continue to impact you on an ongoing basis. The rating is based on factors such as:
- Your medical condition
- The date of your injury
- Your age when you were injured
- Your occupation at the time of the injury
- How much of your disability was caused by your job
These factors are calculated into a percentage that is meant to estimate your ability to work and earn a living and determines the amount of benefits you may receive. A 100% rating means you have a permanent disability.
Common Types Of Permanent Disabilities
Many injuries can result in permanent disabilities, but some of the most common that impact Omaha workers fall into these four categories:
- Physical disabilities, such as paralysis due to a spinal cord injury or an amputation of a limb from a crush injury.
- Mental disabilities, such as depression or PTSD due to a serious railroad train derailment.
- Cognitive disabilities, such as a traumatic brain injury from a catastrophic trucking accident.
- Sensory disabilities, such as blindness or hearing loss from working on a loud construction site for years.
When your injury no longer has room for improvement, it’s considered a permanent disability. Any of these injuries can impact your everyday life in ways you’ve never imagined. Our disability attorneys understand how devastating and overwhelming this situation must be for you and we’re determined to guide you through the steps to seek the disability benefits you need to move forward.
Guiding You Through A Permanent Disability Claim
A permanent disability will change your life forever. We understand that this is a truly difficult time for you and your family. You’re likely making major adjustments and trying to make sense of your new situation. Our skilled disability lawyers in Omaha are here to lift some of the burden from your shoulders. Let us take the lead in pursuing a strong claim and fighting for your right to benefits while you focus on adapting to your new lifestyle.
Call us today at 402-998-5044 to schedule a consultation or email us online at your convenience.