Winchester Manufacturing Accident Attorneys

Aggressive Manufacturing Accident Lawyers for Workers' Comp Claims in Winchester, Virginia

Working at a manufacturing plant carries a higher risk of injury than many other jobs. If you are injured while on the job at a factory, you could be burdened with expensive medical bills while you are forced to take time off of work to recover.

A manufacturing accident can be a massive financial strain for anyone to go through, but fortunately, you do not have to bear it alone. A Winchester manufacturing accident attorney can help you file a workers' compensation claim for your damages, protecting your long-term financial security. At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, we can represent you in negotiations with your employer and insurance companies to fight for the payout you deserve.

Types of Manufacturing Accidents

Factory accidents can come with life-altering damage. Our attorneys can provide you with representation and counsel for a variety of accidents, such as:

• Heavy Machinery Accidents: Clothing and hair can end up caught in heavy machinery, which can result in severe fractures or mangled limbs. In some cases, heavy machinery accidents may end with severed limbs or fingers.
• Burns and Chemical Exposure: Exposure to fire or hazardous chemicals in a manufacturing plant can cause severe, possibly disfiguring burns.
• Slipping Hazards: A liquid spill or a cluttered factory floor can lead to a hard fall, which can incur anything from spinal cord injuries to brain damage depending on the angle of the fall.

Hard labor associated with factory work has also been known to cause repetitive stress injuries to the arms, legs, and back. However, injuries accumulated over time are generally not eligible for workers' compensation in Virginia.

What Should I Do After a Manufacturing Plant Accident?

If you have been injured on the factory floor, you should start by documenting as much as you can. If you have your phone with you, take pictures of your injury and the accident site. Then, you should notify your supervisor or boss of the accident as soon as possible. Give the details to your employer in writing and keep a copy for yourself.

Note that you only have 30 days from the accident to report it to your employer. If you do not report it before the deadline, you could lose your right to workers' compensation. At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, our attorneys can help you file a timely claim, making sure all of the paperwork is filed correctly. When your company's insurance adjuster calls back, our attorneys can also protect your rights in negotiations to protect your claim from unfair denials.

If your claim is denied, our attorneys are prepared to take your claim to a hearing with the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission in an appeal.

What Damages Can I Recover in a Factory Accident?

Workers' compensation can cover all of your medical expenses for necessary treatment, including visits to a specialist, surgery, prescribed medication, and more. Furthermore, workers' compensation can also provide you with a short-term or long-term replacement for your wages depending on the extent of your injuries.

If you were left with a debilitating catastrophic injury that would prevent you from working, you may be eligible for permanent total disability (PTD) benefits. In fatal workplace accidents, surviving family members can collect death benefits to cover the decedent's wages and the cost of funeral expenses.

At Parthemos, Curran, Buelow and Polizzi, PLLC, we want to make sure you get the most out of your claim. We can also file a third-party personal injury claim against other entities responsible for your damages, like product manufacturers or subcontractors.

Meet With a Winchester, VA Manufacturing Accident Attorney Today

If you have been injured working at a manufacturing plant or factory, our Winchester manufacturing accident lawyers can help you get paid for your damages in a workers' comp claim. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 540-662-4222 today or reach out to us online.