Developing an occupational illness or sustaining an injury on the job in northeastern Ohio gives employees the right to apply for workers’ compensation benefits. Our workers’ compensation lawyers know that applying for benefits is not as simple as applying and immediately receiving them. Employers often challenge workers’ compensation claims that come their way, as does the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. Our longtime practicing workers’ compensation lawyers work hard to make certain you get the optimal result.
Our job as workers’ compensation attorneys is to partner with each client and make certain he or she has answers to any questions that may come up throughout their case. We also commit to helping our clients pursue appeals in the event that their benefit application is denied. When necessary, our workers’ compensation attorneys will help you pursue your workers’ compensation benefits through filing into court.
When we work with a client on their workers’ compensation application or case, we communicate directly with our client through the full process. We promise to keep our clients updated on developments at all stages of their claim, and ensure all the mandatory documentation is gathered and submitted within the appropriate timeframe. Most importantly, we take extra efforts to ensure that each client has access to qualified medical providers. By helping our clients find providers who are trusted by the Ohio workers’ compensation system, we help make sure our clients receive proper diagnoses and assessments regarding temporary disability and their ability to return to work.
Attorneys with Barkan Meizlish, LLP, have advised and represented injured and ill employees for over 60 years. Our vast experience in the area has showed us the best ways to protect our clients from employer retaliation. Employers occasionally attempt to retaliate against their employees for reporting safety concerns or applying for workers’ compensation benefits. Our workers’ compensation attorneys know how to take quick, decisive legal action when employers harass our clients as punishment for exercising their rights. This harassment includes retribution such as firing or shifting an employee’s position as punishment.
Once we partner with a client, our workers’ compensation attorneys can also help navigate filing third-party injury claims. Ohio laws make it difficult to file against an employer for negligently causing a workplace accident. Luckily, there is a possibility that a reckless driver, faulty toolmaker, or negligent employee from different company might be found accountable via a personal injury claim or civil lawsuit. Our Wooster area attorneys will help navigate these types of claim if they are applicable to your case.
During our initial review of workers’ compensation cases, it is not unusual that we uncover wage theft issues. Wage theft can look different in every case. Some examples of wage theft include minimum wage violations, intentional misclassification of employees as independent contractors, or making employees work off the clock unpaid. Our skilled staff will identify possible wage theft issues when they meet with you.
It costs nothing to speak with an experienced and caring workers’ compensation attorney at Barkan Meizlish DeRose Wentz McInerney Peifer, LLP. We offer FREE CONSULTATIONS. You can email questions to info@barkanmeizlish.com or set up an appointment online. In addition, you can speak with a team member by calling 330-845-4233 or come visit our offices located at 248 N. Walnut Street, Wooster, OH 44691.
“I had an amazing experience working with Sandy and Robin on my case. Robin was just a short email or call away from all of my questions. The communication I had with Sandy was just as great. Both Sandy and Robin made sure I knew exactly what was going on with my case at all times. I will be recommending them to others. If I ever need help legal matters in the future, I know I can get the help from Sandy Meizlish.” -Anonymous
“Hi Mr. Sanford A. Meizlish,
Just want to thank you and Robin Griffin for taking care of my case. You were very helpful from my very first call. I appreciate it very much.” – Marina S. (email published with permission)
“I could not be any more pleased with my experience with Jason Cox and Barkan Meizlish. The service, care, and communication with my legal counsel was outstanding and I truly appreciate the quick and thorough resolution to my case. I am grateful for the dedicated hard work of the legal team, they deserve all the thank I can give.”
-Anonymous
“Barkan Meizlish, LLP brought great attention to my case when I needed it. They fought right by my side and were fair with the entire process. Their team was a great help. I’d recommend them to anyone.” -Anonymous
“A-1 team to work with indeed” – TJoy Knice
“Sam Marcellino is a great attorney! I’m very satisfied with the outcome of my settlement. He really cares about who he represents and the condition of your health after your injury. He is also hard working and gets the job done as quick as possible. I will definitely recommend him in the future.”
– Aareona W.
“I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer. Sam did a great job with my workers’ compensation case. He took the time to explain the process and got me a great result!” – S. Cecil
“Barkan Meizlish has bargaining and litigation experience in the public and private sector. Their firm is unique because they have decades of experiencing representing unions under the NLRA, the RLA and in the public sector.” Sarah,
Local Union President
“Barkan Meizlish’s union lawyers are always there for our members. They are an excellent resource for our staff representatives. We know we can count on them in arbitration and at the negotiating table.” Mike, International Staff Representative
“This group of lawyers are very honest, professional, and courteous. They made a really bad event a lot easier to go through. I highly recommend Leslie Albeit and Jason Cox for representation on your behalf. They sincerely have the client’s best interest at the top of their list! Thanks to leslie and Jason, and all the staff. We will never forget!” – Larry and Gloira
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