Why Us?
Not being paid your comp or not sure if an offer is fair? Can you trust the insurance company to do the right thing? No, you can’t – but an experienced lawyer can get things on track.
You should not commit to any other law firm until you’ve had the chance to talk to me for a free, no obligation chat over the phone. This area is my speciality.
Call me for a no obligation and free chat.
Hoffmans has helped thousands of injured workers get their proper workers compensation. I’ll look after you and your case on a “No Win No Fee” basis.
I believe in being upfront about fees. I want you to know where you stand.
No fees are payable unless I’m able to negotiate a lump sum payout. Check some of the client reviews as to how reasonable we are.
There are some very important time limits that an insurance company won’t tell you much about. The “Termination Date” expires usually 12 months after you have made a claim. You should talk to Hoffmans as soon as you can so that the proper steps can be taken to protect your legal rights and get you assessed.
Never.
I’ve never had a situation ever when weekly comp payments have stopped after I have been appointed as a lawyer. In fact it is much harder for an insurance company to stop weekly payments once Hoffmans is involved. Hoffmans knows what your rights are and the steps to take to counter any attempt to stop payments.
All types of injuries are covered by the workers compensation system – including neck or back injuries, broken legs or arms, knee or ankle injuries, shoulder injuries, foot or hand injuries, head injuries, depression. Have you got such an injury? Then call me.
There are limitation periods with workers compensation claims and common law cases. It is always best to have a lawyer involved early so that time limits aren’t missed and for a proper record of medical treatments to be kept. There are many sorry stories of people who did not appoint lawyers and then missed on their lump sum for common law damages.
Insurance companies are very good at making you think you don’t need a lawyer. Why? Because they want you kept in the dark and vulnerable.
Yes you can. This can be tricky and you’ll need a lawyer to help you.
No – you should never resign. You might think it’s easier but it makes the whole process much harder.
That again depends on the situation. Normally if a doctor recommends reasonable treatment then the insurance company can be forced to pay for that treatment.
Certainly you have a right to be treated by your usual general practitioner and a specialist of your choice.
You are covered for a disability that arises out of or in the course of your employment as specified by the Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management Act 1981.
Vocational rehabilitation is a specific service that may assist in helping you stay in, or return to, suitable work. Examples of when a referral for vocational rehabilitation may assist your return to work:
Yes you can - you have the right to choose which rehabilitation provider you wish to use. I will be able to help you with that selection.