Portsmouth Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

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Portsmouth Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

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Workers’ compensation is designed to pay your medical expenses and a portion of your weekly wage if you get hurt while on the job. If your claim was denied or your employer did not report the accident, you could face mounting medical bills and financial instability. Perhaps your employer is insisting you return to work before fully healing. These are just a few of the most common issues injured employees face and why you need skilled legal counsel.

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There are over 50,000 workplace injuries in Virginia every year. 

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Educational and healthcare workers had the highest number of incidents.  

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Virginia workers in construction, manufacturing, and transportation see a higher rate of work-related fatalities than the national average.

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A workers’ compensation lawyer in Portsmouth, VA, at Rutter Mills can help you navigate the complex process of resolving a claim. We have handled hundreds of workers’ compensation claims. Whether you work for big employers like Walmart or Amazon or a small, independent business, every company, with few exceptions, must have workers’ compensation insurance in Virginia. Schedule a free consultation today to explore your legal options.

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Why You Need a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Portsmouth, VA

 

First, hiring a workers’ compensation attorney who is well-versed in all aspects of workers’ compensation regulations means that all paperwork is submitted correctly and on time. In addition, if your claim is denied, your attorney can file an appeal and represent you during hearings. While it is possible to appeal a denial on your own, it is not advisable due to the intricate rules and regulations involved.

Further, under workers’ compensation, you cannot sue your employer. However, employees can sometimes sue third parties whose careless actions caused their accidents. Common defendants include drivers and manufacturers of defective equipment. A personal injury claim can seek additional compensation to cover damages outside workers’ comp benefits, like pain and suffering and emotional anguish. For 60 years, our workers’ comp lawyers in Portsmouth, VA at Rutter Mills have excelled at winning these cases.

Common Workers’ Compensation Cases in Portsmouth, VA

 

Located across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, Portsmouth is the home of the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Shipbuilding has long been a major industry, and many workers’ compensation cases in Portsmouth, VA, involve longshoremen, harbor workers, and shipbuilders. They are covered for workers’ compensation under the Division of Federal Employees’, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation (DFELHWC). In most cases, these injured workers must file their claim within one year of their injury.

Coverage under DFELHWC pays compensation for disability or death upon “the navigable waters of the United States,” which includes the following:

  • Piers
  • Wharves
  • Dry docks
  • Terminals
  • Marine railway
  • Building way

Other adjoining areas employers use for loading and unloading, building, repairing, or dismantling a vessel are also included.

Under general Virginia workers’ compensation regulations, employers must furnish injured workers with a panel of physicians to choose a treating doctor. Those covered under DFELHWC can select their own physician authorized by the Secretary of the Department of Labor, except when the injury renders the claimant unable to make such a choice. The employer then chooses the doctor.

Contact a Portsmouth, VA Workers’ Compensation Attorney

 

If your workers’ compensation claim was denied or you are experiencing other issues, you need the services of an experienced workers’ compensation attorney in Portsmouth, VA. We know how a serious injury can impact your life and your family. We understand the urgency you have to get this process successfully resolved.

Our workers’ compensation lawyers will negotiate aggressively with negligent parties and the insurance companies so you don’t have to. Call us today for a free case evaluation to see how we can help you. Since we work on a contingency fee basis, you will not pay attorney’s fees unless we successfully resolve your claim.

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A Rutter Mills case is a serious case. It may mean you have been badly injured. It certainly means you have a lot on the line, and the resolution of your case will make a big difference to you, your family, and your life moving forward.

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Dave Put His Trust in Us

Don’t Fall For The Insurance Company’s Games

Dave suffered serious injuries in a car accident. The defendant’s insurance company tried to offer him a low amount so Dave called Rutter Mills. We took over dealing with the insurance and got Dave the money he needed to get back on his feet.

They enabled me to be happy in life again.

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Protecting Your Future

Glenn’s car accident changed his life, but not permanently thanks to the help of his Rutter Mills attorney. When the insurance companies wouldn’t help him, our team fought back and won.

I knew I needed Rutter Mills.

Fighting For What's Right

Getting Justice

On his way home from work at the shipyard, Dan was involved in an accident. He tried to file a claim on his own, but the insurance company wouldn’t give him the money he needed to put his life back on track. Dan knew he needed to call Rutter Mills.

They actually won my case 3 times!

Larena's Win

After her car accident, Larena asked her father, a local stevedore, for his advice on who to call. He recommended Rutter Mills. Her team of car accident experts at Rutter Mills fought back when the insurance companies tried to deny her the money she needed to recuperate from her injuries. We took her case to trial – and won. When the insurance company filed their appeals, we beat them again – two more times! Larena got the money she needed and the justice she deserved.

We’re going to immediately call Rutter Mills. That’s the people I trust with my baby girl.

Who Do You Trust With Your Family?

After a car accident, Jamaree’s first call was to her mom. She was shaken up and scared. Mom told her “We’re calling Rutter Mills. Her next was to Rutter Mills. Her Rutter Mills car accident team helped her get compensation “above & beyond” what she was expecting.

They lifted allot of stress off my shoulders. I recommend them to anybody because they WILL fight for you.

Who Can You Turn To?

Referrals From Friends and Family

After John was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, he turned to the person he trusts most for a recommendation. His wife, a paralegal of 30 years, told him to call Rutter Mills on the advice of the lawyer she worked for.

They really care for you as a person. Words cannot describe what Rutter Mills did for me and for my case.

When You Need Someone In Your Corner

Don’t Go It Alone

When the insurance company tried to get Carol to sign paperwork after her car accident, she knew she needed a lawyer. Carol knew she needed Rutter Mills.

When I called Rutter Mills, I knew it was the right fit. They’re so interested in helping you get justice.

Getting The Justice You Deserve

When Mom Needs Strength

Taryn was in a car accident while she was pregnant. She knew she needed someone in her corner to protect her rights and her family’s future.

There’s attorneys, then there’s Rutter Mills.

We're Here When The Unexpected Happens

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A devasting accident changed Levon’s life forever. The physical and emotional toll left him scared and in pain. When the insurance company for the defendant contacted the family, they made an offer that did not even cover the cost of the medication, much less doctors’ bills, and physical therapy. They knew they needed to talk to a serious lawyer. Rutter Mills took care of the negotiation so Levon could focus on healing.

When you’ve got a serious injury, you need a serious lawyer. That’s why we chose Rutter Mills.

Motorcycle Accidents Change Everything

When Ed was injured in a motorcycle crash, he knew he needed a serious lawyer to protect his rights. The insurance companies were fighting him every step of the way. Rutter Mills helped prove Ed’s case and get him the money he needed to get on the road to recovery.

With the seriousness of the accident, I knew that we needed a serious lawyer. I needed Rutter Mills.

Carol & Levon's Story

They knew they needed a serious lawyer when Carol and her son were seriously injured. After the other party’s insurance company tried to get her to settle for less than she needed, Carol called Rutter Mills for help. We took on the insurance company so she could focus on healing.

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Personal Injury

We are here for you in your time of need, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive advocacy in a wide range of personal injury matters. Our top-rated attorneys will fight the insurance companies and get you back on your feet.

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Car Accidents

We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life. Then we’ll tell you what options are available to you to get on the road to recovery.

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Maritime/Jones Act Law

Personal injuries that happen when you’re working – or playing – on the water aren’t governed by “the law of the land.” They are subject to maritime laws under the Jones Act– also known as admiralty law.

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Motorcycle Accidents

We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on listening to not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life.

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Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are often serious. We are here to listen to your story so we can guide you to healing. Our team has represented some of the largest truck accident cases in Virginia. Call us and see how we can help you today.

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Workers Compensation

If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.

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Autumn D.

Dont make it harder than it needs to be. Choose Rutter Mills! I had never needed to contact an attorney, it was all new to me and I was in pain from being rear ended while at a stop light. I did like most and checked reviews. I called Rutter Mills and not for one second did I ever doubt my decision. I had the pleasure of working with attorney Andrew Boran and his paralegal Kathy Saunders. They were there for me every step of the way. Extremely understanding and knowledgeable. They stayed in touch with me and went to bat for me. I highly recommend them to anyone. Don't make it harder than it needs to be on yourself, CALL RUTTER MILLS NOW!

Chuck B.

My experience with Rutter Mills has been great, they are professional and caring! I would highly recommend Rutter Mills, LLP to anyone in need of a professional and reliable law firm.

Jacque K

I highly recommend the Rutter Mills team from start to finish. Every single person I interacted with from the very first phone call was amazing. Any questions I had were always answered quickly, professionally and seemed genuinely invested in my well being. They made all the difference with my case, I am truly grateful we chose them!

Janice F

I'm very grateful for Rutter Mills for helping me with my case. Especially Mr. Boran and Mrs. Kathy Saunders, my amazing team. They kept me informed on on all aspects of the case, they listened to my concerns, we fought hard and won. 👏🙏

Christin B.

I wish I had called Rutter Mills from the beginning. I tried to deal with the insurance company myself, big mistake. Adam Lotkin and his paralegal Ruth Simmons were amazing. They walked me through the process and got me a settlement almost ten times the offer from the insurance company. Trust Rutter Mills, you won't be disappointed!

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