Winchester, VA Construction Injury Lawyers

Supportive Winchester Attorneys for Victims of Construction Accidents

Construction work involves hard labor and exposure to dangerous conditions. If you have been injured while working at a construction site, you might not only be dealing with hefty hospital bills but the loss of your livelihood as well. A Winchester workers' compensation attorney can stand up for your rights as a construction worker, working on your behalf to make sure you can receive the benefits you deserve.

At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, we stand as fearless advocates for construction workers across Virginia. When you work with our firm, you will receive individual attention and personalized legal services to address the injuries you have suffered on the job. In prior cases, we have helped clients recover hundreds of thousands of dollars in successful workers' compensation claims with our strategy of aggressive negotiation.

Understanding Workers' Compensation Laws in Virginia

In Virginia, an overwhelming majority of employers are required to provide their employees with workers' compensation, which addresses workplace accidents and injuries. Unlike third-party personal injury claims, you do not need to prove that anybody was at fault for the accident to get workers' comp. This also means that you can get paid through workers' comp even if you were partly responsible for the injury.

Workers' compensation can cover your medical bills after an injury, though treatment has to be medically necessary and approved by your employer's insurance company. Additionally, workers' comp can cover a portion of your regular wages while you recover from your injury. In extreme cases, you can get permanent total disability benefits for the rest of your life if you suffer a severe catastrophic injury like brain damage or a spinal cord injury.

In an industry like construction, taking care of your physical health is critical. At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, we can advocate for a full payout that covers all of your medical expenses, as well as a remedy for your lost wages.

Types of Construction Accidents

Many construction accidents are covered under Virginia's workers' compensation laws, such as:

• Falling Objects: Even with protective equipment like hard hats, falling debris or tools at a construction site can still result in serious injuries.
• Shocks and Burns: Working with electrical equipment or exposed wires could put you at risk of a shock, possibly causing burns and nerve damage.
• Falls: Falling from a great height on a ladder or scaffolding can cause broken bones or head trauma.
• Heavy Machinery Accidents: Whether due to a malfunction or improper usage, accidents involving excavators, wrecking balls, bulldozers, and cranes often result in hospitalization.

Filing a Workers' Comp Claim for a Construction Accident

To get workers' compensation for a construction site accident, you will have to prove that the injury occurred while you were working. Photo evidence and witness testimony can verify your claim when you approach your employer with an accident report. Time is of the essence in workers' compensation claims, as you only have 30 days from the date of the accident to submit the accident report to your employer.

After reporting the accident, you have two years to file a claim through the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission. At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, our attorneys can help you file a workers' comp claim well before the deadline to protect your best interests.

If your claim is denied by your employer's insurance company, do not assume your case is finished. At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, we can file an appeal on your behalf and present evidence supporting your right to workers' compensation.

Meet With a Winchester, Virginia Construction Injuries Attorney Today

If you have been hurt in a construction accident, you are more than likely entitled to a payout through a workers' compensation claim. Do not delay in seeking out legal representation. Our Winchester construction accident lawyers are here to help. Call our offices at 540-662-4222 or contact us online to get started with a free consultation.