Hi all! In the past, I have written blogs debunking some myths related to Marcie’s practice areas. Today, I wanted to take some time and debunk some general legal myths, since the legal world is often perceived the way that you see it on TV shows. Hopefully, this sheds some light on what the legal profession is really like!
MYTH ONE: I can file my Workers’ Comp. claim whenever I want
Reality: There is a window of time when you must notify your employer of your claim. If you wait too long, you may not get the compensation that you’re owed, and your employer can deny the claim due to “late notice”. In the State of Florida, an injured worker is required to report an incident to their employer within 30 days. If the case is an occupational exposure case, then the worker making the claim has 90 days.
MYTH TWO: All cases go to court
Reality: The ultimate goal is to resolve your case quickly and save you money. This is why most cases are settled outside of court through mediation and negotiation, which I have written about several times previously.
MYTH THREE: I don’t need an attorney and should just handle the case on my own
Reality: Navigating the legal world on your own can be confusing, time-consuming, and expensive. Many attorneys, like Marcie Baker, offer a free initial consultation so you can get a feel of what your case will look like, how expensive it will be, and what outcome you can expect. It is always better to trust the people that spent years at school learning how to help you, instead of a random google search that tells you what it says is best.
MYTH FOUR: Online comments cannot get you in trouble
Reality: I’ve said it before, and I will say it again. ANYTHING you post, say, share, tweet, or comment on, can and will be used against you during your claim. That is why it is best to refrain from discussing anything about your claim on social media. If you feel that you cannot do this while your claim is being handled, then it is best to avoid social media altogether before you post or comment on something that will hurt the outcome of your claim.
MYTH FIVE: My injury is not severe enough to require an attorney
Reality: How severely you have been injured generally does not matter when you are filing a Work Comp. claim. If you are injured on the job, there are safeguards in place to make sure that you are compensated whether it is a broken wrist or a broken neck. Large and small claims are important, and you are entitled to relief from an injury suffered on the job. Do not hesitate to notify your employer or contact an attorney just because you feel like your claim is insignificant.
So there you have it. Law and Order may be an excellent show, but, the legal profession, and the attorneys who serve you, are much different than what you see on TV. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any other legal myths you’d like debunked!
***The thoughts, ideas, and opinions in this blog in no way constitute any form of legal advice. Should you or someone that you know have a question relating to a legal claim, please do not hesitate to call our office to schedule your free consultation.
Sources: https://westlawfirmsc.com/9-legal-myths-debunked/
https://bullucklawgroup.com/common-legal-myths-debunked/
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