Workers' Compensation
We only handle Workers' Compensation Cases in Virginia
Workers' compensation cases typically involve seeking benefits like medical treatment, wage replacement, rehabilitation, and compensation for permanent disabilities. These claims can become complex when employers or insurance companies dispute the injury's severity, the extent of benefits, or whether the injury is work-related.
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Typical Cases We Handle:
This list is not all inclusive. This is a subset of the cases for which we provide representation to our clients. If you have a situation that differs, please reach out to us! We may be able to help, even if you don't see your specific issue on our list!
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Workplace Accidents: Injuries sustained on the job, such as slips, trips, falls, and being struck by falling objects.
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Fatal Workplace Accidents: Cases involving the death of an employee, leading to claims for death benefits by the family.
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Repetitive Stress Injuries: Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis that develop from repeated motions or strain over time.
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Construction Accidents: Injuries specific to construction sites, such as falls from scaffolding, equipment-related injuries, or electrical accidents.
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Denied Medical Treatment: Employees facing difficulties in obtaining approved medical treatments or procedures for their work-related injuries.
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Rejection of Workers' Compensation Claims: Clients who have had their initial workers' compensation claims denied or disputed by employers or insurance companies.
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Occupational Illnesses: Conditions caused by exposure to harmful substances, including lung diseases from asbestos, chemical exposure, or occupational asthma.
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Machinery Accidents: Injuries resulting from using heavy machinery or equipment, such as crushing injuries, amputations, or entanglement.
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Back and Neck Injuries: Injuries caused by lifting heavy objects, poor ergonomics, or accidents, leading to conditions like herniated discs or chronic pain.
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Hearing Loss: Loss of hearing due to prolonged exposure to loud noises in workplaces like factories or construction sites.
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Transportation Accidents: Injuries that occur while driving or operating vehicles for work purposes, such as delivery drivers or truck drivers.
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Slip and Fall on Wet or Uneven Surfaces: Falls that happen in the workplace due to unsafe conditions like wet floors, icy parking lots, or uneven surfaces.
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Burn Injuries: Injuries caused by fire, hot surfaces, or chemical burns, often in industrial or kitchen environments.
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Violence in the Workplace: Injuries caused by assaults or other violent acts committed by coworkers, customers, or others at the workplace.
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Falling Objects: Injuries sustained from objects falling off shelves, equipment, or machinery.
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Stress-Related and Mental Health Claims: Cases involving work-related stress, anxiety, or trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from witnessing a traumatic event.
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Crush Injuries: Injuries caused by heavy objects compressing the body, common in construction or manufacturing settings.
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Exposure to Toxic Substances: Harm from long-term exposure to hazardous chemicals, such as lead, pesticides, or solvents.
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