What is Vocational Rehabilitation in a Virginia Workers Compensation Case?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
When you’ve been injured at work, you should have a Virginia workers compensation attorney on your side to help guide you through the process. For many injured employees, there will come a point when the doctor says you’re able to return to work on light or modified duty capacity. If you are not able to …
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Everything You Need to Know About Virginia Construction Accident Claims
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types Of Accidents
Do you know how to prevent a Virginia construction accident injury on the job site? Even the most safety-aware employee still can get hurt, but you can take certain steps to avoid being hurt on the job. If you are indeed injured at work, seek the help of a Virginia construction accident lawyer to discuss …
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Forklift Safety Can Prevent Virginia Work Injury Claims
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types Of Accidents
Based on reports from the National Traumatic Occupational Fatalities Surveillance System, 100 people die each year because of forklift accidents. A forklift injury can be serious or even fatal so it’s essential that you know and follow the safety precautions of this machine. Prevention is key in avoiding serious injury. 15 Forklift Safety Tips to …
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I Can NEVER Go Back to My Job After Being Injured
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
If you can never go back to your job after being injured at work… YOU NEED A LAWYER – IT’S THAT SIMPLE. Work injuries can be serious; so serious that sometimes you can’t go back to doing your regular job – ever! You may even be facing a whole new career path, or NEVER returning …
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I got hurt at work in Virginia and my employer fired me! Can they do that?
Posted by Michele Lewane | FAQ
So, you were hurt at work in Virginia and got fired. Here is what you need to know: Retaliation is not a legitimate reason for termination. If you were fired as retaliation for filing a workers compensation claim, you may be able to file suit against the employer (Section 65.2-308 of the Code of Virginia). …
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What Medical Documentation Do I Need for My Virginia Work Injury Case?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
Medical Documentation is KEY for your Virginia Work Injury Case Accurate and precise documentation from your medical provider is curtailed to your claim and can oftentimes be the determining factor as to whether or not you are entitled to medical care and lost wages under the Virginia Workers Compensation System. So What do I Need …
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Listen to your Virginia Workers Comp Doctor!
Posted by Michele Lewane | Workers' Compensation Benefits, Working With A Doctor
LISTEN TO YOUR DOCTOR! It is very important to listen to your Virginia workers compensation doctor. I have talked to so many people who have been injured at work who don’t want to take time off due to an injury, sometimes because they truly love their career or sometimes because of their fear of being …
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When Being a Good Neighbor Leads to Workers’ Comp Fraud
Posted by Michele Lewane | Workers' Compensation Benefits
I had an injured worker call my office a few weeks ago, we will call him Mike. Mike was a very nice man who was genuinely injured at work and looking for help. What Mike’s story will teach you: It is YOUR responsibility to follow the doctor’s orders You must ALWAYS follow your doctor’s restrictions …
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Should I Hire a Lawyer to Settle My Virginia Workers Compensation Claim?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Hiring A Lawyer
Simply put, injured workers who hire a lawyer to negotiate and finalize their settlement for them will generally yield more money in their pocket, even after paying an attorney fee! Settlement can range from rather simple to extremely complex. The more complex the situation, the better off you would be by having a lawyer guide …
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I Settled My Virginia Workers Compensation Case! Now What?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Settlement
When injured workers settle their Virginia Workers’ Compensation case, they are sometimes frustrated to find out that there are some waiting periods involved. I always make it my policy to make sure my clients know what to expect with settlement and the time frames that affect when they will receive their settlement check. However, I …
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