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Workers Compensation

Will Workers’ Comp Offer a Settlement Without a Lawyer?

August 28, 2025

If you’ve been hurt on the job, you’re probably wondering how to get the financial support you need to recover and move forward. One question we hear often is: Will workers’ comp offer a settlement without a lawyer? The short answer is: yes, sometimes they will. But here’s the truth most injured employees don’t realize—the…

Workers Comp and Personal Injury Claims: Can You Do Both?

July 25, 2025

Getting hurt at work can flip your world upside down. From painful injuries to missed paychecks and confusing paperwork, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Workers compensation is designed to help—but what if someone else’s negligence caused your injury? Can you file both a workers comp claim and a personal injury lawsuit? At Talbot & Kesling…

How to File a Workers Comp Claim

June 20, 2025

Getting injured at work can be overwhelming. One minute you’re doing your job, and the next you’re facing pain, medical bills, and the fear of missing paychecks. Fortunately, Washington State’s workers’ compensation system exists to help—but understanding how to file a claim and how to protect your rights along the way is not always easy.…

When to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney

May 23, 2025

If you’ve been injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to cover your medical expenses and lost wages. While many workers’ comp claims go smoothly, some are met with delays, denials, or inadequate compensation. In certain cases—especially when your injury is severe, your claim is complicated, or your employer disputes your…

How Long Does Workers Comp Last?

April 23, 2025

If you’ve been injured at work, you’re probably wondering how long you can expect to receive workers’ compensation benefits. The answer isn’t always straightforward. It depends on the nature of your injury, your recovery progress, and the specific laws in your state.  At Talbot & Kesling, we specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of…

What Will Workers Compensation Cover?

March 20, 2025

Workers compensation is a safety net for people who get hurt or sick on the job. It pays for medical care and part of your lost pay, so you can heal without a long court fight. Still, the system can be hard to follow. So what will workers compensation cover, and how do you use…

How a Workers Comp Lawyer Can Help You Get Compensation After a Workplace Injury

February 20, 2025

Many types of jobs involve inherent risks. Construction crews often work at great heights and with heavy machinery. Truck drivers spend long hours on the road, and often do a lot of unloading and loading. But even for a seemingly harmless desk job, you might get injured on a work trip or even on a…