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Have you been hurt in a workplace accident in Aiken, SC? You may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits or damages in a third-party lawsuit. An experienced Aiken workplace accidents lawyer at Hawk Law Group can help you protect your right to compensation for things like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
For over three decades, we’ve worked hard to help injured workers like you get the money they deserve. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in life-changing settlements over the years.
Every case is unique--and you probably have a lot of questions. Contact our law offices in Aiken, South Carolina, at (803) 226-9089 to schedule a free consultation to learn more.
Injured workers often face challenges on many different fronts. The insurance company might be giving you the runaround. Maybe your benefits check is less than you expected. Your employer could even claim that your injuries weren’t work-related.
Other times, work accident victims mistakenly believe they have to rely solely on workers’ comp to get by. That’s not always the case.
Whatever challenges you’re facing, our Aiken personal injury lawyers at Hawk Law Group can help. Collectively, we have over 71 years of experience. We know the laws that govern your work injury case inside and out--so we’re well-prepared to fight for you. Our lawyers have received recognition as “Super Lawyers”, “Rising Stars” and “Top Lawyers”, among other top legal directories such as Justia, and more.
When you hire us, you can trust your attorney to:
Insurance companies recognize our name when they see it. Our founding attorney is well known throughout the CSRA due to his live call-in TV show, LawCall.
If you want to be taken seriously, reach out to our trusted Aiken personal injury attorneys for help today. We'd be proud to stand up for your rights.
Work-related accidents are an everyday occurrence in South Carolina. Private industry employers reported over 34,000 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in 2019.
There were a total of 5,333 fatal work injuries recorded in 2019, a 2-percent increase from 2018. 108 workers were killed on the job that year in South Carolina.
The value of your case will depend on two key factors:
If you, a co-worker, or your employer were liable for the accident, your recovery will likely be limited to workers’ comp benefits. Your case value will depend on:
Under South Carolina workers’ compensation laws, you’ll receive a weekly check worth about 66 ⅔ of your average weekly wages prior to the accident. However, you can’t receive more than the weekly maximum established by law. In 2021, your cash benefits are limited to $903.40 per week--regardless of your past earnings.
You may be entitled to more if a third party caused your accident. When insurance companies award personal injury settlements, they consider factors like:
Under South Carolina personal injury laws, your case could also be worth less if you share any blame for the accident.
Your damages will depend on the type of claim you file. All injured workers are entitled to file a claim for workers’ compensation.
Your workers’ compensation benefits will include:
You’re only entitled to disability benefits if you miss at least seven days of work because of your injury. Once you miss at least 14 days of work, you can also be reimbursed for the first seven days of disability.
Additional damages may be available if a third party caused your accident. Let’s say you were hurt in a car accident while you were on the job. You can recover the same types of damages available to any other car crash victim in a personal injury case.
Our lawyers at Hawk Law Group will fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. That may include damages for:
To recover these additional damages, you’ll first have to identify the responsible party--and prove negligence. Our lawyers in Aiken can help. All you have to do is call for a free case evaluation.
Not every work accident injury will be life-threatening. Many can have serious long-term consequences. It’s important to make sure you’re fairly compensated for all of your injuries.
At Hawk Law Group, we’re prepared to fight for you. We often represent clients who have sustained:
Were you or a loved one injured on the job? Don’t hesitate to get legal advice. We offer a free consultation, so call to schedule yours today.
Year after year, workers suffer injuries in the same types of accidents. According to National Safety Council data, the three most common causes of work-related injuries are:
But you might be wondering how these accidents happen. Often, they’re caused by simple carelessness.
Some of the most common causes of work-related accidents include:
It’s important to understand what caused your accident. While you can claim workers’ comp regardless of the cause, you’ll have to identify a negligent party in order to file a personal injury lawsuit for additional damages.
Do you need help finding the evidence to prove what happened? Our experienced Aiken workplace accidents attorneys have the resources to help. Give our law firm a quick call for a free case review today.
At Hawk Law Group, we can help regardless of the circumstances surrounding your accident.
We often handle work accident claims involving:
Often, more than one party may share liability for your injuries. While you focus on getting better, our Aiken workers’ compensation lawyers can handle the legal issues.
You don’t have to worry about proving negligence or shared fault to file a workers’ compensation claim. That’s because workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. These issues only become relevant if you’re eligible to file a third-party claim.
To prove that a third party’s negligence caused your accident, you must establish:
You can’t sue your employer for negligence. You can sue anyone else whose acts contributed to your accident. That might include a property owner, at-fault driver or even the manufacturer of defective work equipment.
You must report your injury to your employer within 90 days of the accident. If you wait any longer, you risk losing your right to workers’ compensation benefits.
The deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit under the South Carolina statute of limitations is three years.
Don’t risk leaving money on the table if you were hurt on the job. Our lawyers are ready to help you pursue the full compensation you deserve. To learn more about an attorney-client relationship, call an Aiken workplace accidents lawyer at Hawk Law Group for a free consultation today.
Our Aiken, SC personal injury law office also provides:
Did you sustain an injury at work or develop an occupational illness? If so, hiring an experienced Aiken Workplace Accident Lawyer can be essential for your fight for benefits.
(888) 771-1110The personal injury lawyers at Hawk Law Group represent accident victims throughout the Central Savannah River Area, including Augusta, Avera, Belvedere, Blythe, Crawfordville, Davisboro, Evans, Gibson, Grovetown, Harlem, Hephzibah, Jackson, Lincolnton, Louisville, Martinez, Millen, New Ellenton, North Augusta, Sandersville, Sparta, Stapleton, Thomson, Warrenton, Waynesboro, and all surrounding communities in Aiken, Edgefield, and Richmond Counties.
Hawk Law Group is a personal injury law firm serving clients in Augusta, GA, and surrounding areas. With over 71 years of combined experience, we have recovered hundreds of millions on behalf of injury victims. Contact us for help today.
