Workers' compensation lawyers in Massachusetts
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Workers’ compensation lawyers near Massachusetts
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Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc
561 Central Ave, Dover, NH, 03820 (Serves Massachusetts)
Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc was founded in 1987 and serves injured workers in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Clients appreciate the team's clear communication throughout the workers' comp process. Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc offers free consultations and doesn't charge upfront fees.
Lipsey & Clifford
1165 Washington Street Suite 2, Rt 53, Hanover, MA 02339
Lipsey & Clifford was founded in 2001 with a focus on injured workers. Clients describe the team as kind, professional, and responsive. Lipsey & Clifford offers free consultations and doesn't charge upfront fees.
Workers’ compensation in Massachusetts
See how compensation in Massachusetts compares to the rest of the country.
73,600
residents who file for workers' comp per year
12
median days out of work
60%
percent of former wages paid
Your temporary total disability benefit (TTD) amount will be 60% of your average weekly wage (AWW) before taxes. If you reach your maximum medical improvement and still can't work, you may receive permanent disabiltiy benefits — which are calculated differently.
5
waiting period in days
You need to be out of work for a certain number of days to receive payments for lost work. Each state has a waiting period of between three and seven days set by law.
156
max weeks receiving payments
You can continue to receive payments for temporary total disability for 156 weeks. If at this time your condition has stabilized, and you still can’t work like you used to, you may qualify for permanent disability benefits.
4
years to file after injury
You'll have four years after your injury to file for workers' compensation. You'll want to inform your employer you were hurt much earlier than this — ideally, as soon the incident occurs.
Workers’ compensation: Why work with a lawyer?
Workers' Compensation: Why work with a lawyer?
While the workers’ compensation process may seem straightforward, it’s hard to know whether your settlement, your medical care, and your work accommodations are fair. Workers’ comp lawyers help you claim the maximum possible payout. They also make the process less stressful — mediating between doctors, employers, and insurance companies. Best of all, lawyers don’t charge anything upfront; they only get paid when you win or settle.
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FAQs about workers' compensation
Do I need a workers' compensation lawyer in Massachusetts?
If your injuries are very minor, and you spend little (or no) time away from work, then a lawyer may not be much help. But if you require medical attention, miss work, or return to work on “light duty” — a workers’ compensation lawyer can ensure you get the care and payout you deserve. In fact, workers’ compensation payouts average 5x as much when a lawyer gets involved.
How much do workers' compensation lawyers charge in Massachusetts?
Workers’ compensation lawyers charge nothing upfront. They only get paid once you win or settle. In Massachusetts, lawyers are paid set dollar amounts based on their involvement in your settlement. For example, if an insurer refuses to pay within 21 days of your initial claim, but your lawyer represents you successfully to an administrative law judge — their fee for that involvement is $1,834.27.
How does Atticus find the right lawyer for me?
Our Harvard and Stanford-trained lawyers vet workers’ compensation firms nationwide, and invite the top firms into our network. To get matched, you'll fill out our 2-minute workers’ comp quiz and talk briefly with one of our client advocates. They'll consider your case details and find the lawyer who's the best fit for you.