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Talking Can Help and Hinder Your Iowa Workers’ Comp Claim

Communication with other parties during your Iowa Workers' Comp claim is important - both with whom you DO talk and who you DON'T talk to. When filing a claim there are certain parties you must contact and other communications you should be wary of.

Two parties you SHOULD talk to are your employer and an Ankeny Workers' Comp lawyer. You need to inform your employer immediately upon suffering an accident at work that leads to an injury, or when you have been diagnosed with a condition that developed over time due to your working conditions.

You should also speak with an Ankeny Workers' Comp lawyer to help you navigate the claims process. Having a lawyer's guidance when filing your claim and negotiating for benefits is extremely helpful. You run a lower risk of missing deadlines or unintentionally damaging your claim when you have a lawyer helping you complete the process.

While you need to communicate with those 2 parties, there are some conversations to be wary of when you're in the midst of an Iowa Workers' Comp claim. You should discuss the situation with your lawyer if you discuss your claim with any of the following: 

• the insurance claims adjuster;
• your social media networks;
• the company doctor;
• your co-workers; and
• any other professionals who say they are connected to your Workers' Comp claim. 

Don't be too casual about discussing your claim with anyone, and always contact your lawyer first before giving any official statements or disclosures to any other parties.

Who you do and don't talk to when going through an Iowa Workers' Comp claim is difficult to keep track of. There are many ways you can jeopardize your claim just by talking, so it's important to have the guidance of an Ankeny Workers' Comp lawyer from the start. 

Contacting an Ankeny Workers' Comp Lawyer

With all of the ways you can unknowingly damage your chances at a fair Workers' Comp claim settlement, it's best to have professional help. The Ankeny Workers' Comp lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair know the importance of protecting your Iowa Workers' Comp claim from the get-go. Learn more by ordering this FREE book; Iowa Workers' Compensation - An Insider's Guide to Work Injuries: 7 Deadly Mistakes To Avoid If You Are Hurt At Work by calling 1-800-707-2552. For immediate assistance or to schedule a consultation, call 1-515-440-2852.