Workers’ compensation laws are complicated. No matter how many times you have endured the claims process, you can easily fall victim to common missteps and hinder your ability to obtain the maximum compensation for your injury. Even the most innocuous blunder could negatively impact your case, so it is important that you proceed with each step in the claims process in a thoughtful and informed manner. Although hiring an experienced attorney is the preferred way to ensure your case’s success, we’ve highlighted ten basic pitfalls to avoid when pursuing your workers’ compensation claim. Failing t ..read more

If you are pursuing a workers’ compensation claim, you’ll likely encounter unclear terminology and legal jargon along the way. At Dyer Law, we work to cut through the confusion for our clients and make the claims process as straightforward as possible. To simplify the legal lingo, we’ve compiled a glossary of commonly used words and phrases to reference while navigating your workers’ comp case. A Accepted/Admitted Claim A claim in which the insurance company accepts or agrees that your injury or illness will be covered by workers’ compensation. AOE/COE An injury “arising out of employment” (AO ..read more

If you have suffered a workplace injury and are unable to return to work, you may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services through the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court (WCC). These services are voluntary but can be highly beneficial for injured employees that are looking to return to work. If your work-related injury prevents you from successfully rejoining your field, vocational rehab services can even cover postsecondary education to assist you in changing professions. If you believe you may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation, or you were offered VR services and are curi ..read more

Crafting a complete and constructive demand letter is arguably the most crucial step in obtaining full compensation for your personal injury claim. Your demand letter itemizes your recoverable, injury-related damages and provides evidence to support your claim for an insurance company. Writing a demand letter that’s comprehensive is challenging, so we’ve summarized what you need to know to put together your own—with or without an attorney’s assistance. What Is a Demand Letter? Demand letters describe all injury-related costs that a personal injury claimant is seeking reimbursement for. Your le ..read more

Navigating a workers’ compensation claim is a complicated task, and having a preexisting condition can make receiving the compensation you deserve even more difficult. Thankfully, Nebraska law is on your side, and our workers’ comp lawyers at Dyer Law work hard to preserve your rights. If your preexisting condition has been aggravated by a work-related injury, you are protected under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act—regardless of what your employer or their insurer might tell you. What Is a Preexisting Condition? In the context of workers’ compensation, the term “preexisting condition” d ..read more

Even if you’re partially at fault in an accident in Nebraska, you may still be able to pursue a personal injury case. Because Nebraska follows comparative negligence, you could be reimbursed for your accident-related damages even if you’re 49 percent responsible. Below, we’ll explain Nebraska’s comparative negligence laws and how they impact your personal injury claim. What Is Comparative Negligence? Comparative negligence is a legal principle that allows a judge or jury to reduce a plaintiff’s recoverable damages from an accident based on the percentage of fault attributed to each party invol ..read more

Trying to decide if your workers’ comp case is worth pursuing? Determine your eligibility under Nebraska workers’ compensation laws first. Understanding if you meet the workers’ comp requirements can be especially difficult for independent contractors and other employee types. So, we’ve highlighted the determining factors for workers’ compensation eligibility to help you understand whether you qualify for work-related injury compensation or not. Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act The Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act entitles employees to compensation from their employers when they suffer a p ..read more

If you have suffered a slip and fall accident in Nebraska, proving negligence will be the most essential step in pursuing your personal injury claim. Unfortunately, you’re not entitled to compensation solely because of a slip and fall on another person or company’s property. Instead, you must prove that the person or company was “negligent” or failed to provide “reasonable care” according to Nebraska law. To ensure someone is held liable for your slip and fall accident, we’ve outlined how negligence is established under Nebraska law, what evidence you should compile for your case, and the fact ..read more

Our clients often ask us, “how long can I stay on workers’ comp?” Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question. There are several types of workers’ compensation benefits, each with individual protocols and restrictions, and benefit timelines can vary vastly between cases. The best way to determine your benefit eligibility and compensation schedule is to consult an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. Every case is different, but we compiled a list of general workers’ comp benefits and guidelines to provide you with an overview of how the compensation system operates. Medica ..read more

After suffering a serious injury due to another party’s negligence, the last thing you want to do is navigate the legal maze. The good news is that the Dyer Law team is here for you—not just to represent you and work to obtain your rightful compensation, but to serve as your counsel and support system, too. Pursuing a personal injury claim may seem complicated and overwhelming, but our staff of personal injury lawyers has navigated this process countless times. We’ve created this directory to break down each step of the personal injury claim process and guide you through what’s coming next. Co ..read more