Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Bowie
Claim Support Backed by Commission Hearing Experience
After a work injury, Bowie employees can turn to a legal team with direct experience inside Maryland’s workers’ compensation system. Antezana & Antezana, LLC. represents employees throughout Maryland, and its team includes a former Workers’ Compensation Commission clerk who has argued thousands of workers’ compensation hearings.
Attorney Alfredo Antezana is recognized by The Pink Book as one of the Top 5 Workers’ Compensation Attorneys in Maryland. The family-owned practice has advocated for injured employees since 2001, and its attorneys bring more than 25 years of experience fighting for clients.
Every team member is bilingual, so clients can discuss their injuries, treatment, employment records, and claim concerns in their preferred language. Each client receives individual attention throughout the claim process.
Speak with a workers’ comp lawyer serving Bowie, Maryland. Call (301) 640-5735 or reach out online to request a free consultation.
Treating Every Client Like Family
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"An Awesome Team"
Antezana & Antezana have an awesome staff and represent their clients to the fullest!! I have had 4 Worker’s Comp claims with them and have been very well taken care of!! I love them and always will recommend them!!!- Tiff J. -
"Their Knowledge Was Tremendous"
Huge thank you to the paralegals who supported me in my case. It was a long journey but having their legal help and knowledge was a tremendous aid, and they helped advocate for me and my pain effectively.- Former Client -
"A Safe Place for Everyone"
I want to thank Antezana and Antezana for their professionalism, knowledge, and patience. This law firm is very professional when addressing persons of LGBTQ+ and is also a safe space for queer members.
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"Respectful and Pleasant"
They are very pleasant, respectful, and easy to deal with. I highly recommend. I am very happy with the result of my workers' compensation claim and with the office of Antezana and Antezana.- Peggy N. -
"Personal and Professional"
I had a great experience. Excellent service and attention, very attentive to my case. I highly recommend this place - they're nice, personal, and professional.- Ana M. -
"The Best Firm"
They are the best workers' compensation firm! Thank you to the attorneys and team for handling my case. I am very happy with the resolution of my case.- Tegwi T. -
"They Made Me Feel Comfortable"
I was very satisfied with the way this firm has handled my case. They did an amazing job representing me in court. The team is easy to work with and show great understanding of my case.- Former Client -
"Had A Great Experience"
Happy to recommend such an amazing law firm. I had a great experience. This is my second injury case they've handled. They pushed to get me the most money for my case.
- Maria M.
Results You Can Rely On
Over 25 Years of Treating Clients Like Family
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$557,700 Car Accident
Our three clients were rear-ended by a teenager fleeing the police at 80 mph on I-395 near Edsall Road.
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$383,000+ Work Accident
Our client was a landscaper who, while mowing a customer’s lawn, was hit by a car which lost control while joyriding and left the roadway.
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$370,000 Wrongful Death
Benefits paid to the family of a pipelayer who was killed in a trench collapse.
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$348,000 Work Accident
Client is a carpenter who slipped on a job site, requiring an extensive amount of time to recover.
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$202,000 Work Accident
Client is a paramedic who injured their back when the ambulance they hit a speed bump at 40 miles per hour.
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$200,000 Work Accident
Client is a chimney sweep who fell 10’ from a ladder while cleaning a chimney, requiring surgery.
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$139,000 Work Accident
Client is a gutter installer who fell from his ladder and broke his arm, requiring surgery.
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$130,000 Car Accident
Despite no police report being published, our client received $130,000.00 in short-term disability, long term disability, and car insurance benefits.
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$120,000 Car Accident
Our client was in an intersection accident, causing a swollen knee.
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$111,000 Car Accident
Client suffered a 4th metacarpal fracture for an accident involving an antique vehicle.
Here, You Come First - Always.
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We Go Above and Beyond
We don’t stop at “good enough," we push for what’s right: relentless preparation, personal attention, and fearlessly fighting for you.
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Award-Winning Team
We've been recognized for excellence and trusted by more than 37,000 injured clients, with a long record of proven results.
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We Speak Your Language
When every staff member is bilingual, you get clear communication in English and Spanish, every step of the way.
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Compassionate Advocates
We treat every client like family and fight as if the case were our own. Your recovery matters to us.
The Workers’ Compensation Claim Process in Bowie
A claim begins with notifying the employer and seeking treatment, followed by accurate documentation and a formal filing. The firm assists at each stage, including preparing Form C-1, the employee claim submitted to the state Workers’ Compensation Commission.
The primary claim steps include:
- Notify the employer: Report the injury within the applicable notice period.
- Seek treatment: Visit an authorized medical provider and retain the related records.
- Collect documentation: Preserve medical reports, employment information, wage records, and other claim materials.
- File Form C-1: Complete and submit the employee claim to the Commission on time.
The firm helps claimants maintain records, complete required forms, and meet filing deadlines. If a claim is disputed, the parties may present evidence and arguments at a hearing before the Commission.
Proceedings for Bowie workers and other Prince George’s County claimants are generally held at the Central Regional hearing site in Beltsville. An appeal from a Commission decision in a Bowie claim proceeds to the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County, where different procedures and deadlines apply.
Maryland Workers’ Compensation Deadlines & Disputed Claims
The firm directs injured workers to notify their employer within 10 days of an injury and file Form C-1 with the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission within 60 days. This 60-day guidance differs from the longer statutory deadline that can completely bar an untimely claim. Acting promptly gives the firm time to collect records, prepare forms, and address filing requirements.
General Maryland filing rules include:
- Accidental personal injury claims: A claim is completely barred if it isn’t filed within two years after the injury.
- Occupational disease claims: A claim generally must be filed within two years after disablement or after the worker learns that employment caused the disablement. Pulmonary dust disease claims generally have a three-year filing period.
- Death claims: A claim arising from an accidental personal injury generally must be filed within 18 months after the date of death.
These are general Maryland rules. The controlling deadline can depend on the condition, the date of disablement, when the worker learned of its connection to employment, and whether the claim involves a death.
- Commission hearings. A dispute may concern responsibility for medical benefits, the calculation of wage replacement, or the scope of temporary or permanent disability benefits. The parties present medical records, employment evidence, and arguments about the contested issues.
- Protection against retaliatory discharge. Maryland law prohibits an employer from discharging an employee in retaliation for filing a workers’ compensation claim. A worker concerned about employer conduct should preserve relevant messages, notices, and employment records for review.
Start with a Free Workers’ Compensation Consultation
Injured Bowie employees can request a free consultation to discuss the incident, treatment, employer notice, and current claim status. Virtual consultations are available for workers who can’t meet in person.
The firm provides support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Clients pay no fee unless the firm makes a recovery.
Discuss your claim with a workers’ compensation lawyer serving Bowie. Call (301) 640-5735 to contact Antezana & Antezana, LLC. today.
