The Donahey Law Firm

Ohio Workers' Compensation Attorneys

Under Ohio law, employers are responsible for compensating employees injured at work for medical expenses, lost wages, and permanent impairments or disabilities, regardless of who was at fault for their injuries. This area of law is called workers' compensation.

In Columbus, Ohio, the system in place for workers' compensation is complex and often overlaps with other areas of Ohio law. The workers' compensation attorneys at the Donahey Law Firm are experienced with all areas workers' compensation law, and other areas of law that overlap:

What is the Purpose of Workers’ Compensation Laws?

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation creates a system that benefits both employees and employers:

Employers contribute money to a common fund available to all of their employees. In return, they are immune from negligent or reckless acts if an employee is injured on the job.
Employees surrender the right to recover full damages for pain, suffering and emotional distress for work-related injuries. In turn employees will receive workers compensation benefits regardless of any action by the employee that may have led to the injury.

Who is Eligible for Workers' Compensation?

If you have been injured at work, it may difficult to determine when you need to seek legal help. Attorneys at the Donahey Law Firm will examine every aspect of your case to determine what legal recourse you may have.

We have extensive experience dealing with issues in all of the following areas:

Workplace Injuries: Employees injured on the job are entitled to workers' compensation, and in some cases personal injury claims.
Accidents on Construction Sites: Workers injured on construction sites may have multiple sources of compensation.
Workplace or Job-related Fatalities: Spouses and children of workers who are fatally injured on the job are entitled to compensation under Ohio state law.
Average or Full Weekly Wage: Workers' comp benefits are often based on the employee's earnings at the time of the accident or injury.
Temporary or Permanent Disabilities: Injured employees may also be entitled to benefits for total or partial disability, whether they are temporary or permanent.
Older Claims for Workers' Comp: If you have received workers' compensation in the past, our attorneys will look into whether you are entitled to additional benefits.

Our Columbus workers' compensation lawyers are dedicated to recovering the maximum possible compensation for injured workers throughout Ohio, including lost wages and pay, medical expenses, as well as compensation for disabilities. If you have been injured at work, waiting to file a claim can prevent you from recovering the full compensation you are entitled to. Time limits or legal statutes may reduce or prevent your compensation eligibility.

To begin the process of obtaining complete, comprehensive and fair compensation for your injuries, you need an experienced and qualified workers' compensation lawyer. The Donahey Law Firm offers a free initial consultation, so please contact our lawyers today at 1-800-686-1699 to schedule an appointment.