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Virginia Workers' Compensation Lawyers
In Virginia, most employers must carry workers' compensation insurance in case anyone gets hurt at work. In the event of a workplace accident, you may be entitled to recover money for your medical costs, lost wages, and, if necessary, disability. Benefits are usually available regardless of who is at fault.
However, employers and their insurance companies do not always cooperate with injured workers. In fact, they might even try to minimize your claim to save money. Do not allow them to take advantage of you or manipulate you out of the compensation you deserve.
At the Jeff Brooke Team, we fight for injured workers who face obstructions and challenges when trying to collect workers’ comp in Virginia. We understand how the workers' compensation works and will use those insights to maximize your compensation.
What to Do After You Are Injured on the Job
By law, you must notify your employer of your injury within 30 days of -
- The date you were injured OR
Receiving an injury diagnosis from a qualified medical provider.
In general, you have two years to file a claim with the state's Workers' Compensation Commission; however, the sooner you do so, the sooner you can start receiving benefits. A delay in filing your claim could lead to a variety of issues, including unnecessary delays in benefit payments or even outright denials.
In the event that your workers' comp claim is delayed or denied, or if you are concerned that your claim may face problems, you should work with an experienced attorney. We encourage you to contact a workers’ comp lawyer at our firm to learn more about your rights and what steps you should take after being injured at work.
Virginia Workers' Compensation Laws Explained
In Virginia, any business employing two or more employees must hold workers’ compensation insurance. This goes for full-timers, part-timers, trainees, and even temporary or seasonal workers. If they don’t take out insurance, they can be held legally responsible for your injuries.
Generally, if you are injured at work or suffer an illness while doing your job, you can file a workers' comp claim. The injury must have occurred while performing a work activity at a specific time: injuries that developed gradually over time are generally not covered. Examples of applicable accidents include:
Falls: It is easy for a person to lose his or her balance when falling from a high area such as a ladder, roof, or stairs. Falling usually results in sprains, but in more severe cases, victims can break bones or even die.
Overexertion: Overexertion is straining the body or putting too much pressure on it. This can lead to a ligament or muscle strain or worse. It is most common in factory jobs that require heavy lifting. Overexertion injuries are common in construction because of the physical nature of the work.
Struck by an Object: This accident occurs when something falls onto you from a higher level. Construction zones are prone to these types of accidents when flooring and roofing are not yet in place and materials are being lifted to upper floors.
Machinery Accidents: Accidents involving heavy machinery can cause devastating injuries. As a result, many workplaces have adopted specialized safety training for those who use machinery in their jobs.
Workers' compensation benefits under Virginia law include:
Lifetime medical benefits: Injured workers will receive payments for medical expenses to offset costs related to prescriptions, general healthcare needs, and more.
Wage replacement: Employees may receive full or partial replacement for lost wages throughout the period that they cannot work; these benefits end once the worker returns to the job.
Permanent total disability: Compensation for permanent loss of mobility, limb loss, paralysis, or similar disabilities.
Permanent partial disability: Payments for issues like partial hearing loss, lung disease, and injuries that result in partial mobility issues.Death benefits: In the event of a fatal workplace injury, these benefits are payable to surviving children and spouses.
A cost of living increase is also available to employees receiving certain types of benefits.
Let Us Help You File for Workers' Compensation in Virginia
A workplace injury can be a frightening and worrying experience, since you have to trust your employer to ensure you receive the help and coverage you deserve. A workers’ comp lawyer at the Jeff Brooke Team will look out for your best interests while you file your claim and pursue the benefits you need. To schedule a no-obligation consultation and case review, please contact us. For your convenience, we have offices in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth.
What People Say
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I enjoyed working with The Jeff Brooke Team on my personal injury case. He kept me informed and really fought for me in the negotiation part of the settlement. I would recommend Jeff as a personal injury attorney to anyone.
V. Velasquez
Everyone was absolutely amazing to work with and so helpful with any questions or concerns I may have had during my case. I would truly recommend them to everyone no matter where you may be located, this is the team you want to fight for you and the things you deserve in personal injury cases.
Ashley
I am very happy and thankful for the services of Jeffrey Brooke. He and his crew helped me obtain a fair and timely settlement of my injury claim related to an auto accident in 2013. He acted thoughtfully and carefully to protect me and for my maximum benefit.
J. Neal
I was really glad to be referred to The Jeff Brooke Team. I felt it was divine intervention. I am a very, very satisfied client.
Melvis C.
Even though I did not have a huge case, I wanted to win. Jeff fought for me and got me a nice settlement. I was glad when we didn't even have to go to court.
Tierra R.
