Virginia Workers Compensation Lawyer 

No one goes to work with the intention of being injured. We go to work with the idea that it will be like any other day. However, accidents can happen even in what we perceive as the safest work environment. When these accidents happen, they result in injuries requiring expensive treatments. They also mean having to miss work and dealing with the stress of the mounting bills. Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to ease the financial burden on injured workers. With the help of an experienced Virginia workers compensation lawyer, you can recover workers’ compensation benefits and begin your journey to healing. 

Filing for workers’ compensation benefits ought to be easy and straightforward. However, the process is often complicated by the fact that insurance companies prefer not to pay claims and suffer losses. They, therefore, do everything in their power to minimize their losses. This means minimizing the amount paid as claims or denying your claims completely. Attorney Drew Page will fight to ensure that you get the compensation that is rightly yours. He will negotiate on your behalf and will not settle for anything less than the amount that you deserve. He will gather evidence and build a strong case for you. With a reputable workers’ compensation lawyer on the case, you can afford to focus on your recovery and picking up the pieces of your life. 

Types of Benefits that a Virginia Workers Compensation Lawyer can Help You Recover 

If you have suffered a work-related injury, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.  Attorney Drew Page understands the devastating effect that workplace injuries can have on the victims and their families. It is for this reason that he fights aggressively to maximize compensation on behalf of his clients. The following are some benefits that you may be eligible for: 

Medical benefits 

This includes payment for medical expenses incurred as a result of treating the injury and any complications related to your injury or occupational illness. Not only does this benefit cover the cost of medical procedures such as surgery but also other related out-of-pocket expenses such as transportation to medical appointments, occupational therapy, and prescription medications. 

Lost wages 

This covers the income you would have earned during the period of recovery. This benefit pays the injured worker their full or partial wages for the period that they have to take off from work. The payments however will cease when the worker is cleared by a medical professional to return to work. 

Permanent partial disability 

These benefits are given for permanent disabilities that affect only one part of the body such as a limb, hearing loss, or even lung disease. They are also paid for partial mobility issues. 

Permanent total disability 

These payments are given to workers that have suffered the loss of debilitating injuries that have resulted in paralysis or loss of mobility. They are also given when workers suffer the loss of limbs. 

Wrongful death benefits 

These benefits are paid to the survivors of workers that have died as a result of a workplace accident. The children and the spouse of the deceased worker are paid benefits to compensate for the loss of the source of income. 

Attorney Drew Page will fight to recover maximum compensation for your injuries. Contact him today to learn more about your legal rights. 

When Should I Start the Workers Compensation Benefits Claims Process? 

It is best to start the process as soon as possible. Virginia law requires injured employees to complete the initial steps of reporting the incident to their supervisors within thirty days of the injury. Contact us today to help you get started with the process as soon as possible. Attorney Drew Page will guide you through every step and do all the work so you can focus on your recovery. With an experienced and reputable attorney in your corner, you will have a better chance of recovering full compensation for your injuries. 

Contact Us Today for Free Case Evaluation With an Experienced and Committed Virginia Workers Compensation Lawyer 

If you have suffered a workplace injury or have developed an occupational illness, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits. Contact Attorney Drew Page for a free strategy session with an experienced and knowledgeable Virginia workers compensation lawyer. Attorney Drew Page will review your case for free and help you understand your legal rights. He will help you determine your options and the best way to pursue workers’ compensation benefits for your workplace injury. 

Contact us today to schedule your appointment. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Workers Compensation Claims in Virginia