Appealing Workers’ Compensation Claims

Technically, you can file an appeal yourself if your workers’ compensation claim has been denied in Missouri or Kansas. However, working with a workers’ compensation appeal lawyer may ensure you have the strongest chance of success. Contact one of our Kansas offices in Pittsburg, Coffeyville, Kansas City or our Missouri office in Joplin. We can help.

Why You Should Work With a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Matters

Our workers’ compensation appeal lawyers understand the insurance company policies that are often used to deny claims. They also understand the local court system and workers’ compensation statutes. They can tell when an employer and their insurance carrier are doing something illegal or are acting in bad faith and can pursue them through negotiations, mediation or all the way through the court system if needed.

Workers’ compensation attorneys also take the pressure off you. If you have been seriously injured, the last thing you need to worry about is taking care of claims or trying to sort out complex laws. Your workers’ compensation appeal lawyer can handle all of these details and can keep you updated on your case while you focus on getting better and treating your injuries. You can continue to concentrate on doctors’ appointments and physical therapy, so you get the best chance of recovery possible. Your attorney will take care of the legal matters.

Our attorneys have a vast network of resources. Workers’ compensation appeal lawyers can access doctors’ ratings, request your doctors’ reports, secure medical experts and other resources that can help strengthen your case and can help your appeal process.

Choosing the Right Workers’ Compensation Appeal Lawyer

The right workers’ compensation attorney is an essential part of your strategy. They will:

• Have a local presence. An attorney who can be reached easily by visiting their office or by contacting their local number will make it easier for you to keep track of your case and get answers when you need them. The Law Office of William L. Phalen has 4 convenient locations in Kansas and Missouri letting us meet you where you are.
• Have experience. Look for an attorney with a proven record of helping clients who have similar cases. Look for an attorney with decades of experience as well as trial and negotiation experience. Such an attorney likely understands all of the tactics insurers may use and can counter them. Phalen Law Firm has shown a willingness to take eligible cases all the way to the Supreme Court, and our attorneys have even shaped the workers’ compensation law in Kansas. Ask around, it’s likely you know someone who has had Bill Phalen on their side!
• Have a personal touch. Look for an attorney who is willing to answer your questions and who treats you with respect. An attorney should make you feel comfortable and listen when you talk. Besides an experienced, dedicated attorney, The Law Office of William L. Phalen also assigns a paralegal or legal assistant to your case.  This point of contact can be easily reached if your attorney is in court and can help answer questions should you have concerns.

If you’re looking for an attorney or law firm with all of these qualities, contact us. We have been helping clients in Missouri and Kansas for years, and we are not afraid to take on cases that have been denied.