Getting injured at work can turn your life upside down. From hospital bills to lost paychecks, it only takes one accident to put everything at risk. If your injury happened on the job, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, but getting those benefits isn’t always easy.
At Ted Law Firm, we help injured workers in Columbia, Lexington, Cayce, and throughout Richland County file claims, appeal denials, and recover the full benefits they deserve under South Carolina law.
What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?
South Carolina requires most employers to carry workers’ comp insurance. If you’re hurt at work, it may cover:
- Medical expenses (doctor visits, surgery, prescriptions, rehab)
- Temporary total disability (TTD) partial wages while you recover
- Permanent partial or total disability, if your injury results in lasting impairment
- Mileage reimbursement for medical travel
- Death benefits for families who’ve lost a loved one in a job-related accident
You don’t need to prove your employer was negligent. You just need to show that your injury happened while you were doing your job.
Common Work Injuries We Handle
We represent workers from every industry construction, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and beyond.
Common job-related injuries include:
- Back and neck injuries
- Knee and joint injuries
- Slip and falls at work
- Repetitive stress injuries (carpal tunnel, tendonitis)
- Equipment and machinery accidents
- Burn injuries or electrical shock
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Fatal injuries (wrongful death and survivor claims)
If you were injured while working even off site or on break we can help.
What If Your Workers’ Comp Claim Was Denied?
Workers’ comp claims are denied all the time even when the injury is real. The insurance company might say:
- The injury didn’t happen at work
- You missed a deadline or failed to report it in time
- You didn’t follow the right procedures
- You’re not as injured as you say you are
We help clients fight denials, file appeals, and make sure the insurance company doesn’t take advantage of you. You have rights, and we’ll protect them.
Can You Sue Your Employer?
In most cases, you can’t sue your employer for a work injury if they have workers’ comp coverage. However, you may be able to file a third-party claim if someone else (like a subcontractor, driver, or equipment manufacturer) contributed to the accident.
We evaluate every case to see if you qualify for additional compensation beyond workers’ comp.
Talk to a Columbia Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today
If you’ve been hurt on the job, don’t wait. Workers’ comp deadlines move fast, and mistakes can cost you benefits. Let us protect your claim and fight for what you’re owed.
Call Ted Law Firm today to schedule your free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Contact us today for a free consultation, or stop by one of our conveniently located South Carolina offices in Charleston, Greenville, Columbia, Aiken, or Mrtyle Beach so we can discuss your case face-to-face. Remember, you pay nothing unless we win your case, so there is no harm in scheduling a free consultation. You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
