Cleveland Workers' Comp Attorney
Offices in Cleveland, Akron, Elyria and Chardon
If the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (OHBWC) denies your claim, you may appeal. The appeal will be decided by the Industrial Commission of Ohio. Some cases proceed to a hearing before the full commission. It is a good idea to work with an experienced workers' compensation lawyer if you are in this situation.
Mondello & Levey provides experienced representation at all stages of the workers' compensation process. Our attorneys have handled numerous appeals, including those that are heard by the Industrial Commission. To discuss your claim, please call 216-586-2010 or 866-246-7108, or contact us online for a free consultation.
Appeals Before the Industrial Commission
The Industrial Commission functions like a court that hears denied workers' compensation cases. You need representation if you have a hearing before the Industrial Commission. Your employer will be represented by an experienced actuarial or an attorney. They are there to protect the company from expense, not to look out for your best interests.
OHBWC decisions can be appealed. The appeals process starts with a hearing before a district hearing officer. If your claim is denied at this level, you can appeal the decision. The next stage is a hearing before a staff hearing officer. You may appeal this decision and be granted a hearing before the full Industrial Commission.
If the commission denies your claim, you can appeal that decision in a Court of Common Pleas in the district where your injury occurred. We can represent you at this stage as well.
Please call our office at 216-586-2010 or 866-246-7108 to schedule an appointment with an attorney for Industrial Commission hearings in northeast Ohio.
