Workers’ compensation is responsible for the payment of any reasonable or necessary medical treatment and weekly benefits you may be entitled to as a result of your inability to work due to your work-related injury. You are also entitled to mileage reimbursement for any medical appointments you attend. An award for permanent injury is available if you do not fully recover from your injuries. However, being entitled to these benefits and actually receiving them, on time, in the correct amounts, are separate issues. You will almost certainly need an attorney for any serious injury, such as a back or head injury, or for any injury that may require surgery or prevent you from returning to your usual occupation.