How Do I Get My LOST WAGES Paid In An Injury Case? - [Call 312-500-4500]

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In this video, personal injury lawyer Scott DeSalvo explains how to prove wage loss in an injury case. Whether you're handling the case yourself or seeking legal representation, understanding the process is crucial. DeSalvo discusses temporary total disability (TTD) benefits in workers' comp cases and the need to fight for them. He also highlights the importance of a doctor's note and work status in determining TTD eligibility. In third-party injury cases, DeSalvo emphasizes the significance of a doctor's note and tax records in proving wage loss. He provides valuable insights and strategies to make your wage loss claim more credible. Watch this video to learn everything you need to know about getting your lost wages paid in an injury case. Subscribe Now 🙏 https://www.youtube.com/@DeSalvoLaw When you get hurt in an accident, you often are not able to work. This adds SO MUCH stress. How can you pay your doctor bills much less rent? In this video, I explain how to make sure YOU get your lost wages paid. Proof of Wage Loss: To prove wage loss in a personal injury case, whether you're handling it yourself or through a lawyer, you need proper documentation and evidence. For workers' compensation cases, a doctor's note is crucial to show you're unable to work, entitling you to Temporary Total Disability (TTD) payments. Workers' Compensation Wage Loss (TTD): TTD payments typically cover two-thirds of your salary without payroll taxes, but they are not automatic. You might need to fight for these payments, even with a doctor's note. Always obtain a work status note from your doctor for every visit. Third-Party Injury Cases: In cases like car crashes or falls, there's no weekly or bi-weekly wage loss compensation. Instead, you receive a lump sum at the end of the case (settlement or verdict) that includes lost wages. This can cause financial hardship as no interim payments are made. Required Documentation for Third-Party Cases: For third-party injury cases, you need to provide tax records for the year before, the year of, and the year after the injury. Additionally, a wage loss authorization from your employer, confirming your work absence and pay rate, is necessary. Self-Employed Individuals: If self-employed, alternative documentation like a letter from an accountant or bookkeeper may be required to substantiate wage loss claims. The goal is to provide credible evidence beyond personal statements to support your claim. Hurt at Work? Get Your ZERO Cost Copy of Our *Work Injury Cheat Sheet* --- "How To SURVIVE Your Work Injury WITHOUT Getting SCREWED By Your Job, The Insurance Company or Even A Lawyer!*: https://bit.ly/2OFuJ3p Get MORE Info at No Cost In My ***Injury DVD and Book*** —* "The Five Biggest Secrets of Illinois Injury and Accident Cases”*: Injury Book and DVD: https://bit.ly/2QIh5y1 We hope you enjoyed this video. Make sure that you click the "Like" button and also share this video with your friends and others who might also be interested in knowing this video. Please click "Subscribe" and click the bell icon to keep up to date with new videos from this channel. And if you have any questions or feedback about this video topic, please comment below. Subscribe Now 🙏 https://www.youtube.com/@DeSalvoLaw Learn more at (website)👉 https://desalvolaw.com/ ✅FREE Settlement Value Calculator: 👉https://desalvolaw.com/settlement-calculator/ ✅Need help RIGHT NOW? Or Need your questions answered? 👉Call - 312-500-4500