Columbia Workers' Compensation Attorney

Injured on the Job? Call Our Firm Today.

Whether you work in a basic office or spend most of your day lifting heavy loads, you can be covered under workers’ compensation when your employer carries it. This means that if you suffer injury while on the job or performing work-related duties, you may be able to get compensated for your medical bills, time away from work, and other expenses.

South Carolina has specific laws governing workplace safety and employer responsibility. If more than four employees are on staff, an employer is typically required to provide workers’ compensation to protect them. Getting this benefits is not easy, however, and will require you to prove your claim and file in the necessary timeframe (90 days in most case).

What type of medical expenses will workers’ comp cover?

While each case is unique and your specific benefits will depend on your exact injuries and determined disability level, there are certain expenses that you can expect to be covered.

However, in order to be covered under workers’ compensation, you must go to the doctor that your employer or their insurance has chosen. If you do not, you may be left to pay for your medical expenses on your own. You may be able to request to see another doctor or receive a second opinion if you are not happy with the medical professional they have chosen for you. You will also be provided a percentage of your average weekly wage if you have to miss more than seven days.

Take Action Now to Get Deserved Benefits

Suffering an injury while on the job can be a very serious issue and can result in a great deal of hardship for employees. You may never fully recover from your injury or may have to deal with life-long pain and suffering. This can be frustrating and overwhelming, but the good news is that there are benefits available to you. You should act quickly by setting up a free consultation with our firm.

Our Columbia personal injury lawyer has been advocating for injury victims for countless years. When it comes to handling these claims, we know how the system works and can provide meaningful insight. At the Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr., LLC, we make sure to put our clients’ needs firsts and utilize our experience to benefit their cases.