Many people do not realize that worker's compensation can be available to them for many different reasons. If you were recently terminated from your position at a company, it is important to take the time to find out if you qualify for worker's compensation or not. Below is a guide to help you learn what things you will need to discuss with a worker's compensation attorney, like those at Shoap Law Offices, to find out if you are eligible for worker's compensation.

Specifics about Your Work Ethic

The attorney will need to review your work ethic throughout the time you worked for the company. If any valid violations were brought against you during your employment, they could serve as a basis for a legitimate termination. If you have no record of violations from company guidelines and have no marks against you in your personal file, the attorney may be able to use the information to build a worker's compensation case for you.

Circumstances Surrounding Your Termination

The attorney will need to know what happened on the specific day you were terminated. He or she needs to know if it was a rash decision by a superior, something that was strategically planned, or something that simply had to be done for budget cutbacks.

There are times when someone may terminate your employment because they simply cannot afford to pay you any longer. There is often a termination plan in place to ensure that you are able to learn how to get the money you will need to survive while you look for a new job. Someone should be able to walk you through the process of filing for unemployment or a lump sum of money may be given to you.

Allegations of Inappropriate Behavior

If you made allegations of inappropriate behavior from a subordinate, it is important to let the attorney know. Racism, sexism, or any other form of discrimination could lead to you being wrongfully terminated. If you can prove that the superior fired you after being inappropriate to you, it could be grounds for a worker's compensation case.

When you meet with an attorney, it is important to be upfront and honest about your employment history. If you were absent or late frequently, worked overtime, or had any issues that you reported or that were reported about you, you need to share them. When an attorney is building your case, you do not want them to be surprised by any information the company gives them as it could make it more difficult for them to build your case for you.