SC Workers’ Compensation Lawyers for Brain Injuries – Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC

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The last thing you expect to happen at work is suffer a serious brain injury. Yet, this happens to many workers throughout South Carolina every year, and the aftermath can leave injured workers and their families feeling lost and overwhelmed. Our South Carolina workers’ compensation attorneys at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC are here to take the legal battle off of you so that you can focus on what matters most: healing and moving forward.

Let our reputable brain injury attorneys fight to get you the best possible outcome for your case and future. Start taking back control today. Reach out to our award-winning workers’ compensation attorneys today for a free case evaluation by calling (803) 888-2200 or submitting our secure online form.

Common Causes of On-The-Job Brain Injuries in South Carolina

Work-related traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can happen to anyone, at any time. However, according to the CDC, some occupations may be at higher risk, such as those working in construction, freight truckers, professional drivers, athletes, warehouse workers, machinists, agricultural workers, loggers, and more.

Common causes of brain injuries include:

• Falls From Heights: Workers may fall from ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, and other heights.
• Slip and Falls: Such as those caused by uneven surfaces, slippery floors, debris, and more.
• Falling Objects: Falling objects from warehouses, construction sites, and other locations.
• Strikes To The Head: Including those from machinery or other employees.
• Motor Vehicle Accidents: Car accidents, bike accidents, motorcycle accidents, and other accidents can cause brain injuries on the job.

Commonly, these injuries are caused by a lack of safety training, poor work practices, unsafe conditions, fatigue, lack of proper PPE, or specific industry risks.

No matter the cause of your work-related brain injury, we’re here to help you understand your options under South Carolina law and walk you through the process. Simply reach out to our team today – we’re here and ready to help.

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Benefits For Work-Related Brain Injuries in South Carolina

A South Carolina workers’ compensation attorney for brain injury cases will optimize your claim to help you recover benefits for all damages related to the accident and injury. This includes but is not limited to:

• Medical Expenses: This includes compensation for all related past, ongoing, and future hospital visits, doctor visits, surgeries, medication, rehabilitation programs, therapy, and other related care costs.
• Lost Wages: Workers’ compensation benefits can help you get compensated for time missed from work.
• Reduced Earning Capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to the same role, you may qualify for reduced earning capacity.
• Partial or Permanent Disability: Depending on the specifics on your injury, you may qualify for partial or total permanent disability benefits.

To learn what benefits you may qualify for under South Carolina workers’ compensation law, call our office today at (803) 888-2200 – we’d be happy to walk you through it.

South Carolina Workers Compensation Brain Injury Settlements

You may be wondering how much South Carolina workers’ compensation brain injury cases are worth. Without understanding the specifics of your case, it is impossible to give an accurate answer. However, the amount you may qualify for will depend on multiple factors such as:

• The extent of the brain injury
• Future medical care needs
• Your impairment rating
• How the injury impacts your ability to return to work
• The amount of money you were making prior to the accident
• How long you are out of work
• Your pre-injury role and tasks
• Your skillset
• Education level
• Legal representation

To get a better understanding of what you may qualify for, call our team today at (803) 888-2200 for a free case evaluation directly with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney.

Returning to Work Following a Work-Related TBI

Returning to work after a brain injury looks different for every injured worker and will likely depend on the severity of your brain injury, your symptoms, the tasks you are required to do as part of your job, and more. Some people with mild injuries may be able to return to work in a few days, while others may need weeks, months, or longer. When returning to work, your doctor may order accommodations to be made such as required breaks, part-time hours, modified roles, and other accommodations.

It is important to remain patient and follow your doctor’s orders during the transition back to work. We understand this process can be frustrating, and our team is here to help guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

How Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC Can Help

An experienced workers compensation attorney can make a big difference in your case and overall experience after a work injury. Our award-winning workers compensation attorneys have the experience and resources needed to:

• Represent and fight for you in court
• Make sure you’re being taken seriously
• Handle all paperwork and ensure deadlines are met
• Answer any questions you may have throughout the process
• Optimize your workers compensation claim
• Recover your lost wages
• Help you understand your rights and options
• Guide you through the process so you never feel alone
• Keep you up to date on the status of your claim
• Aggressively litigate denied claims
• File a third-party claim, if applicable

Third-Party Claims For SC Brain Injuries At Work

You may qualify for a third-party claim in South Carolina if a third-party was at-fault for your accident and thus the resulting brain injury. Some common examples of this include when one or more of the following are involved:

• Defective equipment
• Negligent drivers
• Negligent contractors
• Negligent outside vendors
• Negligent property owners

If you think your accident may have involved a negligent third-party, it’s critical that you contact an attorney as soon as possible to ensure evidence is not hidden, lost, or destroyed. The South Carolina personal injury lawyers at Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC have decades of combined experience handling injury and third-party claims, and we’re here to help you through this. Simply call our office today at (803) 888-2200.

Speak With a Brain Injury Workers’ Comp Lawyer Today

At Cavanaugh & Thickens, LLC, we offer complimentary case evaluations, so it won’t cost you anything to speak with a lawyer and understand your options moving forward. In addition, our team works on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no up-front or out-of-pocket costs for hiring our law firm to represent you.

To speak with a workers’ compensation attorney following a work-related brain injury, call our office at (803) 888-2200, email info@ctlawsc.com, or fill out our secure online form. With decades of combined experience and hundreds of 5-star reviews, you can trust we have your back. We look forward to hearing from you.