Category

Workers Compensation
Semi-realistic illustration of a workers’ comp claim form stamped “Denied” beside an “Appeal” document on a textured background with a faint Louisiana outline.

What to Do If Your Workers’ Comp Claim Is Denied in Louisiana

A denied workers’ comp claim doesn’t end your case. Louisiana law allows injured workers to appeal through the state’s Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration (OWCA). The key is understanding why your claim was denied and acting quickly. Louisiana has strict deadlines, including a 15-day window for medical treatment disputes and a one-year deadline for benefit
Read More
Semi-realistic illustration of an injured worker with an arm in a sling beside a hard hat, coins, and a paycheck with a faint Louisiana outline in the background

What Injuries Are Covered Under Louisiana Workers’ Compensation?

Louisiana workers’ compensation covers any injury or illness that arises out of and in the course of employment. This includes sudden accidents like falls and machinery injuries, as well as conditions that develop gradually over time, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or occupational diseases from workplace exposures. At Melancon, Rimes & Daquanno, we help injured
Read More