Kids Chance of Virginia – Scholarships for the Children of Injured Workers
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Hiring A Lawyer
I have written about Kids Chance of Virginia before. It is a program that is very near and dear to my heart! I’m so proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization! For those of you who may not know, Kids Chance of Virginia is a program that assists the children of Virginia injured workers …
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Michele Lewane – Listed in Super Lawyers
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Hiring A Lawyer
We are thrilled to announce that our very own principal attorney, Michele Lewane, has been selected to be included in the listing of Super Lawyers! The selection process is not a simple one and includes a patented, multi-phase selection process of peer nominations, evaluations, and independent research. Candidates are evaluated on twelve indicators of …
I’ve Had It! I Want to Fire My Attorney!
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Hiring A Lawyer
I get a lot of calls from injured workers who are frustrated and they want to fire their attorney. When I say frustrated, I mean ready to snap. Most of the complaints I hear are similar. Let me be clear folks, workers compensation is not a fun process. Whether you have an attorney on your …
When to Hire a Workers Compensation Attorney
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Hiring A Lawyer, Non-Workers’ Compensation Benefits
A work-related injury can be devastating to you and your family. You may be saving for a home, worried about paying for the kids to go to school, or saving for retirement. In an instant, a work-related injury can change all of your plans. Workers’ compensation is there to get you the medical treatment you …
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Top 6 Very Important Reasons Not to Go to Court on Your Own
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Claim Denied - Now What?, Hiring A Lawyer
There are several very important reasons not to go to a Virginia workers compensation hearing on your own. I hear that a lot of injured workers say that they are willing to “roll the dice” with the and represent themselves at a Virginia workers compensation hearing. They are afraid an attorney will cost them too much and …
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Being an Advocate for Injured Workers Makes the Difference!
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Hiring A Lawyer, Injured Workers Law Firm
Being advocates for injured workers is what makes a huge difference between the Injured Workers Law Firm and any other run of the mill attorney’s office. My goal is to help all injured workers even if they don’t need to hire an attorney. I have seen first-hand how big insurance companies can take advantage of people …
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The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission is NOT on Your Side!
Posted by Michele Lewane | First Steps, Hiring A Lawyer, Injured Workers Law Firm
I talk to a lot of injured workers in Virginia. Some I represent and some I do not represent. There seems to be a misconception out there among Virginians that the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWC) is advocating for them and is there to protect their rights as an injured worker. This is not the …
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Workers’ Compensation Rules Are Different by State!
Posted by Michele Lewane | First Steps, Hiring A Lawyer, Workers' Compensation Benefits
I get a lot of calls from injured workers who were injured in _______ (New York, Texas, Vermont – you get the picture) and they have questions because they recently moved to Virginia and want to know what they need to do next and how this affects their claim. The truth is, it depends on …
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8 Things to Know If You Are Going to a Workers Compensation Hearing
Posted by Michele Lewane | Claim Denied - Now What?, Hiring A Lawyer, Injured Workers Law Firm, Workers' Compensation Benefits
You will need to be present at the workers compensation hearing. In most cases, the Deputy Commissioner who will be hearing your case will want to hear your testimony in person about how your injury occurred and what took place following your injury. The defense attorney is not your friend. The defense attorney (attorney for the workers’ …
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You CAN Get Workers’ Compensation Benefits Even if an Adjuster Says you Can’t!
Posted by Michele Lewane | Claim Denied - Now What?, First Steps, Hiring A Lawyer, Workers' Compensation Benefits
We receive so many calls from injured workers who are frustrated with the insurance adjuster on their case who has told them that they are not covered or their claim was denied. I can’t say it enough – FILE YOUR CLAIM FORM WITH THE VIRGINIA WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COMMISSION! This is how you dispute the insurance company’s denial …
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