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Settling a Connecticut Workers Compensation Case Following Epidural Steroid Injections

Posted by James Aspell | Mar 14, 2023 | 0 Comments

If you have been injured on the job in Connecticut and have received epidural steroid injections to help manage your pain, you may be wondering how this will affect your workers' compensation case. Settlement negotiations can be complex and confusing, but with the right information, you can ensure that your case is resolved in your favor.

At James F. Aspell, P.C. , we have helped many clients settle their workers' compensation cases following epidural steroid injections. In this article, we will provide you with the information you need to know to navigate the settlement process successfully.

Understanding Workers' Compensation in Connecticut

Workers' compensation is a no-fault system that provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job. In Connecticut, most employers are required to carry workers' compensation insurance, which provides medical care and wage replacement benefits to employees who are injured at work.

If you have been injured on the job in Connecticut, it is essential to report the injury to your employer as soon as possible. You should also seek medical attention immediately, and inform your healthcare provider that your injury is work-related. Your employer will then file a First Report of Injury with their workers' compensation insurance carrier, which will begin the process of evaluating your claim.

Epidural Steroid Injections and Workers' Compensation

If you have received epidural steroid injections as part of your treatment for a work-related injury, it is important to understand that these injections can have a significant impact on your workers' compensation case. Epidural steroid injections are a type of pain management treatment that involves injecting steroids into the epidural space surrounding the spinal cord.

While epidural steroid injections can be an effective treatment for managing pain, they can also be a red flag for workers' compensation insurance carriers. Insurance carriers may view the need for epidural steroid injections as an indication that your injury is severe and may require ongoing medical treatment.

As a result, insurance carriers may be more reluctant to settle your case quickly or may offer a lower settlement amount than they would for a less severe injury. It is crucial to work with an experienced workers' compensation attorney who can advocate for your rights and ensure that you receive the full compensation you are entitled to.

Negotiating a Settlement

Once you have reached maximum medical improvement, your workers' compensation attorney will begin negotiating a settlement with the insurance carrier. Maximum medical improvement is the point at which your healthcare provider determines that you have made the maximum possible recovery from your injury.

Your attorney will gather evidence to support your claim, including medical records, wage statements, and expert testimony if necessary. They will also calculate the full extent of your damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and any other costs associated with your injury.

Your attorney will then present a settlement demand to the insurance carrier, which will begin the negotiation process. The insurance carrier may make a counteroffer, and negotiations will continue until a settlement is reached.The Lawyers and paralegals at James F. Aspell, P.C. in Farmington CT, have over 30 years of experience representing clients in workers' compensation cases in Connecticut. Our attorneys have a deep understanding of the Connecticut workers compensation systeml system and are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and support.

Conclusion

If you have been injured on the job and have received epidural steroid injections as part of your treatment, it is important to work with a Board Certified Workers Compensation Attorney at James F. Aspell, P.C. who can help you navigate the complex settlement process. 

About the Author

James Aspell

Principal since August 1, 2006 James F. Aspell is the principal and managing attorney of the firm which he started in 2006 following 20 years of litigation practice in a mid -size firm in Hartford, Connecticut. Jim focuses his practice in the areas of worker's compensation and personal injury l...

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