Workers Compensation Issues Ohio Industrial Commission

Preparing for an Ohio Workers' Comp Hearing

Heading to the Ohio Industrial Commission for a workers’ comp claim can be a confusing and stressful experience.

Whether your injury resulted from a lifting accident, a car crash on the job, a slip and fall, or otherwise, you should feel prepared and confident walking into the hearing room. Having an Ohio workers’ comp lawyer on your side can help you tackle the issues that may arise.

Employer Disputes "On the Job" Claim

The Employer says the Employee was not “On The Job” at Time of Accident.

One argument commonly heard in the hearing room in Cincinnati is that the employee’s injury was not sustained in the course of and arising out of his or her employment.

Perhaps the worker had just parked her car and was walking into work when the accident occurred. Another scenario might involve an employee in a car accident or automobile crash while making a delivery, but who had decided to take a roundabout route.

Providing Evidence to the Commission

If your employer is not contesting whether or not you were hurt (i.e., they are accepting the fact that you injured your back, knee, neck, etc.), but rather is contesting your right to participate in the BWC fund, it may be necessary to provide the hearing officer with evidence to the contrary.

This situation arises when they argue you were not acting as an employee at the time of the injury.

Why Legal Representation is Crucial

Oftentimes, it is very clear that an employee suffered an injury “in the course of and arising out of” his/her employment. But other times, it is not so clear.

There are many cases or holdings in Ohio that discuss this very issue. Having a Cincinnati work comp attorney on your case can help you prove to the hearing officer that you were, in fact, “on the job” when you sustained your injury.

Get Experienced Help with Your Claim

McKenzie & Snyder LLP has represented thousands of cases in front of the Industrial Commission. Put that experience on your side by calling 513-737-5180 or by using the contact form to the right.

Serving All Of Ohio

McKenzie & Snyder LLP represents injured workers and accident victims statewide — all 88 Ohio counties. Our Hamilton office is the base we work from, and rural families and small-town Ohioans are who we serve.

Communities We Help

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Injured somewhere else in Ohio? We take cases statewide.

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