At Portner & Shure, P.A., we know that on-the-job injuries can happen in Manassas and its surrounding areas. If it happens to you, you may be entitled to receive worker’s compensation benefits. The state of Virginia requires that most employers have workers’ compensation insurance. However, without a top-rated personal injury attorney who has extensive experience in worker’s compensation, insurance companies may deny your claim even if you have sustained severe work-related injuries.
Denied claims often result from mistakes that are easily avoidable when you work with a reputable lawyer. Workers’ compensation laws vary from state to state, and employers can choose from various forms of insurance. For over 30 years, our attorneys at Portner & Shure have protected victims of work-related accidents. We are fierce advocates of your rights and help you secure a positive outcome for your claim. While our team handles the legal process, you can focus on your recovery.
If you need a high-quality worker’s compensation lawyer in Manassas, call Portner & Shure, P.A. today at (410) 995-1515 or fill out our online form to schedule your free consultation.
What Is the Worker’s Compensation Process in Virginia?
Our experienced Manassas work injury lawyers diligently guide your claim throughout the complicated workers’ compensation process. After you contact our office, we quickly determine if your injuries entitle you to immediate temporary total benefits for your lost income or wages. In most cases, individuals receive these benefits for a work injury. We also guide you on how to submit the requisite notice to your employer. Our attorneys file your workers’ compensation claim as quickly as possible to ensure that the workers’ compensation insurance carrier pays medical costs related to your injury.
After you finish treatment for your injury and reach “maximum medical improvement,” we negotiate your claim or have it heard by the Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC). Our attorneys routinely argue and win before the Commission on issues concerning unpaid temporary total benefits, causal connection, and permanent disability benefits.
The factors that affect your compensation include:
- The body part injured
- The percentage of any body part that is permanently injured
- Your average weekly wage
- Your employer’s insurance policy
Virginia law favors injured workers as long as they follow the strict statutory code requirements.
Why Trust Portner & Shure, P.A. for Your Worker’s Compensation Case in Manassas
At Portner & Shure, our compassionate attorneys ensure that you meet the code requirements including the necessary deadlines and notice procedures. As nationally recognized trial lawyers, we are prepared to go before the Commission and fight for your rights and your future. Our countless five-star reviews, national recognition, and exceptional rewards for our clients are a testament to our success in Manassas workers’ compensation claims.
If English is not your first language, Portner & Shure, P.A. has a strong bilingual staff that can effectively share your story and communicates with you at every step of the claim process. Our firm members are fluent in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), and Korean. Our bilingual legal team is here to listen and tirelessly advocate for you.
