Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Act
A Trusted Baton Rouge Workers' Compensation Attorney on Your Side
According to the laws defining workers’ compensation, there could be a variety of illnesses and work-related injuries that may constitute the need to claim compensation via the state’s workers’ compensation act. At the office of J. David Smith, Attorney at Law, our founding lawyer is proud to have served Louisiana residents for over two decades in obtaining compensation and benefits after an injury or accident, and he may be able to help you, too.
Our team is committed to assisting injured individuals and their family members in filing claims, disputing rejected claims and representing our clients in court. If you have been injured, trust Baton Rouge workers’ compensation lawyer J. David Smith.
Who Is Eligible for Compensation?
Any individual that was injured while they were on the job could be eligible to receive compensation and disability benefits from their employer’s insurance company. Government workers, public officials, and state workers are no exception.
The State of Louisiana government employees that could be eligible for workers’ compensation may include:
- Department of Transportation workers
- Louisiana State Police
- Department of Motor Vehicle workers
- Department of Public Health workers
- Department of Education workers
- State employed engineers, foreman, construction workers, technicians, and specialists
Our office is proud to have over two decades of experience in helping our clients and we will fight to help you obtain the maximum amount of compensation that you deserve.
Defense Base Act
In 1942, the United States developed an act that protected overseas contracted civilian workers and helped provide them with necessary benefits and compensation in the event of a major injury or accident. This act serves as an extension of other federal workers’ compensation acts and applies to all individuals serving as military contractors, those working on military bases and any other civilian that is working in an area of national defense.
Employees that fall under the cover of the Defense Base Act can receive:
- Compensation for lost income and wages
- Assistance with medical and disability
- Death benefits for family members of fallen civilian contracted workers
If you have questions or concerns regarding your eligibility to obtain compensation, or if your service falls under the Defense Base Act, do not hesitate to contact our team. J. David Smith, Attorney at Law can provide you with needed guidance during this difficult time.
Contact J. David Smith, Attorney at Law Today
For more information on how our firm can help you obtain the compensation that you deserve, contact J. David Smith, Attorney at Law today and schedule an appointment to speak to a trusted Baton Rouge workers’ compensation lawyer.
We can be reached at (855) 973-1098 to schedule your free initial consultation.
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"No better services could be found in Baton Rouge but J David Smith."
No better services could be found in Baton Rouge. Workers Compensation and Disability struggles were overcome because of J David Smith.
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David Smith has been very helpful and informative in assisting me to find the proper channels for me to pursue my injury case.
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"So thankful for Mr. David for getting everything fixed top notch."
The best in workman comp cases! Without Mr. David's knowledge and persistent actions, my family and I would have been left in the dark by workmans comp.
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"Five Stars!"
I never could have navigated the workers' comp. system alone. Atty J. David Smith personally assisted me every step along the way to an outcome that was satisfactory and fair. He deserves all five stars.
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"I will refer any and everyone I run across that gets injured in the work place."
Let me start by saying that I don’t think there’s a case he can’t win. He’s professional, experienced, never sweats over anything, always confident.
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"Great customer service."
I called the wrong attorney but he guided me to the right attorney.Great customer service.Thank you.
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"He took very good care of me."
Just wanted to say I'm glad I had David Smith on my side, he took very good care of me. I did and would recommend him to family and friends. Thanks for the hard work, it's very much appreciated. 5 stars.
- Bradley S.
What J. David Smith, Attorney at Law Can Do for You
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Serves as Bar Examiner for the Louisiana Supreme Court’s Committee on Bar Admissions.
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Named as one of the top 100 Injured Workers’ Advocates nationally by WILG.
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Trusted by other law firms in our area and we often get referrals from other attorneys.
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Handles all communication with your employer and the insurance company right away.