Sumter Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

Helping Injured Workers Get the Support and Compensation They Deserve

The South Carolina workers’ compensation system is designed to help injured workers get the benefits they deserve. Yet, far too often, employers and their insurance companies don’t make this process easy for injured workers or their families. From fighting denied claims to optimizing claims, our Sumter workers’ compensation attorneys fight to get you the best outcome possible for your case and future.

Get the answers and support you deserve after an unexpected work accident. Call the trusted workers’ compensation lawyers at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC today at (803) 888-2200. With hundreds of 5-star reviews, you can trust that our team will have your back throughout your case and beyond.

How a Lawyer Can Help Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

The aftermath of a work accident can be very confusing. Oftentimes, our clients are in pain, out of work, and have a lot of uncertainty about the future. Our award-winning workers’ compensation team is here to ease that burden, so you can focus on what’s most important: getting better.

If you choose Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC to represent you for a workers’ compensation case, you can expect our team to:

• Put you and your goals for the case first.
• Make sure you and your case are being taken seriously.
• Represent you in court.
• Optimize your claim, fighting to get you the entirety of what you deserve.
• Gather critical evidence, such as medical records, witness testimony, supporting statements, and more.
• Use our experience to fairly value your claim, and not settle for less.
• Handle all paperwork, ensuring critical deadlines are met and forms are completed properly.
• Represent you at any related hearings.
• Aggressively litigate your case if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
• Keep you up to date on the status of your claim so you never feel alone or in the dark.
• Handle third-party claims, when applicable, and more.

Whether you are just starting the process or if your claim was wrongly denied, we’re here to help. Our workers’ compensation attorneys have received numerous awards for our results and dedication to clients, including being named “The Best Workers’ Compensation Law Firm in Columbia, SC” for four years in a row.

Get the support you deserve today. Contact our law firm by calling (803) 888-2200 or by filling out our online consult request form, and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly.

When Should I Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney?

It’s always in your best interest to at least speak with a reputable workers’ compensation attorney after an on-the-job or work-related accident. At Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, we offer free case evaluations directly with a lawyer so you can understand your options under state law. 

In addition, if you are experiencing any of the following, you should contact an attorney right away to protect your rights.

• You’re not being taken seriously
• You’re hurt
• You’re out of work for a week or more
• You think you may have a third-party claim
• The settlement offer seems low
• You or a loved one suffered serious injuries
• Your workers’ compensation claim was denied
• You’re unable to return to the same role or at all
• You face discrimination from your employer
• You have a pre-existing condition
• You receive or plan to apply for SSDI
• The accident resulted in loss of life

While this list is a good starting point, you should always discuss your case with an attorney so you can understand your rights and options based on the specifics of your case. Our team is here to help. If you have any questions, simply call our office today – we’re available via phone 24/7 at (803) 888-2200.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits You May Qualify For

Our team is here to help you recover the benefits you’re entitled to following a work-related injury or illness. Depending on the specifics of your accident, you may qualify for the following benefits:

• Medical Care
• Temporary Lost Wages
• Reduced Earning Capacity
• Permanent Partial or Total Disability
• Bodily Disfigurement
• Medical Appointment Transportation
• Loss of Life
• And Other Benefits

In addition, if the accident involved a negligent third-party, such as a contractor, defective equipment, a driver in a car accident, or other third-party, you may qualify for additional compensation through a personal injury claim. Our Sumter personal injury attorneys are here to help you understand if you have a third-party claim. To learn more, reach out to our team today.

Statute of Limitations For Sumter Workers’ Compensation Claims

Following a work-related accident leading to illness, injury, or death, you generally have two years from the date of the incident to file a workers’ comp claim in Sumter and throughout South Carolina. While this may seem like ample time, there are many benefits to speaking with a lawyer as soon as possible. Acting fast allows your attorney to walk you through the process in a way that protects your rights, locate and preserve critical evidence, negotiate with the parties involved, and more.

Get the Support You Deserve Today with Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC

The lawyers at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC have the experience and resources needed to help you navigate the South Carolina workers’ compensation system. Our lawyers will handle every step of the legal process, keeping you up to date on the status of your case, so you can put your time and energy into moving forward.

To speak with an award-winning workers’ compensation attorney in Sumter, simply call our office at (803) 888-2200, email info@ctlawsc.com, or submit our online contact form and a member of our team will reach out to you shortly. We look forward to hearing from you.

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