It’s never too soon to speak with an attorney after you’ve been injured to make sure that your rights are protected. Workers’ compensation cases can become difficult for injured workers, especially as claims get older and the interests of the injured worker and the insurance company begin to diverge. All sorts of problems may arise between you and the insurance company ranging from denials of medical treatment to attempts by the insurance company to reduce or discontinue your benefits. The typical injured worker does not know the law whereas insurance companies know the workers’ compensation system very well. An attorney will educate you about your rights and obligations under the law, as well as those of the insurance company, so you can make good decisions about your case. Your attorney will support you in enforcing your rights, explaining your obligations, and protecting your from any trouble that may come from the insurance company. Most attorneys don’t charge any fee unless you settle so it is usually good sense to have an attorney on your side to protect your rights.