J. David Smith, Attorney At Law

Everyone has the right to a safe work environment. When safety is neglected, precautions aren't put in place, or other issues cause serious injuries that prevent you from working, you may be entitled to compensation.

At the office of J. David Smith, Attorney at Law, our Baton Rouge workers' comp lawyer assists plant workers, medical professionals, oil field workers, longshoremen and harbor workers, truck drivers, state workers, industrial workers, and more.An attorney who serves as Bar Examiner for the Louisiana Supreme Court's Committee on Bar Admissions.

J. David Smith (David) was born in Bossier City, Louisiana. He earned both his undergraduate and law degree from Lousiana State University by 1998. David's litigation experience includes trial and appellate advocacy before state and federal courts, where he has tried, won, and defended on appeal, substantial judgments for his clients.

At the office of J. David Smith, Attorney at Law, workers' compensation is all we handle. This complicated area of the law is essential to obtaining financial benefits for many workers who have been injured while on the job throughout the State of Louisiana. Because we are able to focus on you, your claim, and the law, we are well-equipped to guide you when you need it the most.

According to the laws defining workers' compensation, there could be a variety of illnesses and work-related injuries that may constitute the need to claim compensation via the state's workers' compensation act.

At the office of J. David Smith, Attorney at Law, our founding lawyer is proud to have served Louisiana residents for nearly two decades in obtaining compensation and benefits after an injury or accident, and he may be able to help you, too.Our team is committed to assisting injured individuals and their family members in filing claims, disputing rejected claims and representing our clients in court.

If you were injured on the job, you are probably eagerly waiting for your claims to be submitted and approved so that you can begin your recovery process. Work-related injuries should be covered by your employer and their insurance; however in some situations workers' compensation claims can be denied and cause significant stress and additional worry to this already complicated time in your life.