When South Carolina Workers are Hurt on the Job
There are many ways that South Carolina workers can be hurt, and there are many professions where injuries are a harsh fact of life. At the Law Office of Thomas C. Taylor, LLC, in Hilton Head, South Carolina, our lawyer represents workers, including brick masons and framers, who have been hurt in construction site accidents. We also represent workers engaged in property maintenance, landscaping crews and people who work in the service industry.
You Have the Right to File a Workers' Compensation Claim
America was built on the backs and by the sweat of workers who were not afraid to take on the challenges of manual labor. And over the course of our country's growth, we have enacted laws to protect those hard-working men and women who still provide the labor that makes this country run. Our "workers' compensation" laws are set up specifically to protect and compensate those who are injured in the course of their work — no matter what the cause of the accident.
Unfortunately, many people decide not to file a workers' compensation claim, because they worry about being deported or having their employers retaliate in some way. They should not worry. Every person employed in South Carolina has a right to make a claim for workers' comp — even if he or she is not a U.S. citizen.
South Carolina has traditionally been a very worker-friendly state. We protect people who provide the manual labor that makes our economy work. Whatever the circumstances, if you were injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers' compensation regardless of your working status.
If you were hurt on the job, our consultations are confidential and free. We charge no fee unless you recover. Se habla español.
It's Not Always About Workers' Compensation
Injuries that occur on the job may not always be limited to workers' compensation remedies. There are a few specific situations that may allow for separate personal injury litigation. These include situations when the damage was done by a sub-contractor or other third party who did not officially work for your company, or situations when dangerous or defective equipment caused the injury.
When we take your case, we examine every fact and law that may affect you. If you may be eligible for personal injury litigation, we will do everything in our power to explore your options and help you achieve the best possible results.
Quick Action Is Critical
In South Carolina, an injured worker must report the injury immediately, and is entitled to up to 10 weeks of medical care to help him or her recover and return to work. You may also be entitled to other compensation during the recovery from your injury, and possibly a monetary award if you are permanently disabled. An experienced attorney like Tom Taylor can advise you on what you are entitled to recover under the Workers' Compensation laws.
Contact Us
To talk with an experienced attorney about your legal concerns, contact the Law Office of Thomas C. Taylor, LLC, by calling locally at 843-548-0655 or toll free at 877-832-1514 for a free initial consultation. Messages left after hours will be returned within 24 hours.
