Beaufort Work Injury Attorneys
Most people who are injured on the job never imagine that they will find themselves in the position of needing to hire an attorney. Sooner or later, however, many injured workers run into problems:
- The insurance company, wishing to pay as little as possible, miscalculates the workers' weekly disability payments.
- The employer retaliates against the employee for filing a claim.
- The workers' compensation doctor pushes the worker to return to work whether he or she is ready or not.
- The insurance company presents a lowball offer for permanent injury.
At Twenge + Twombley, our lawyers handle workers' compensation cases in Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Bluffton and throughout the Lowcountry of South Carolina. We charge no upfront fees and charge no fees at all unless we are able to obtain compensation for you. We offer a free initial consultation to evaluate your case and answer your questions.
What Is Workers' Compensation?
If you have been injured at work or on the job in South Carolina, you are likely entitled to workers' compensation benefits (sometimes called workers' comp or workman's comp). The purpose of workers' compensation is to minimize the impact of work-related injuries or illnesses on workers and employers.
The benefits are paid by the employer's insurance company, and the system is administered by the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission. Benefits include compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, as well as temporary or permanent disability that results from your work injury.
Examples of on-the-job injuries include:
- Injuring your back while lifting a heavy object
- Developing carpal tunnel syndrome from repetitive motions
- Falls at a construction site
- Being injured in a car or truck accident while driving on the job
To protect your right to full compensation, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Otherwise, you could make mistakes early in your case that will cost you money or even result in a denial of benefits.
What if My Employer Is Uninsured?
South Carolina has uninsured employer workers' compensation fund. If you work for an employer who should have subscribed to workers' compensation but did not buy it, you are still entitled to coverage from the fund.
For More Information About Workers' Compensation
Call 843-476-4573 or fill out our online contact form today to schedule a free, no-obligation legal consultation with our workers' compensation attorneys. We serve clients in Beaufort, Hilton Head Island and other communities in South Carolina.
