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Getting hurt at work can turn your life upside down. Between medical bills, missed paychecks, and uncooperative employers, it can feel like no one is on your side. But South Carolina’s workers’ compensation laws exist to protect you, and Ted Law Firm is here to make sure those laws work for you, not against you.
Our Orangeburg workers’ compensation lawyers represent employees across Orangeburg County who’ve been injured on the job from factory workers and construction crews to healthcare professionals and first responders. We help injured workers get the benefits they deserve under South Carolina law.
Dedicated to Orangeburg’s Workforce
From the Regional Medical Center (TRMC) to Zeus Industrial Products, Husqvarna, and Claflin University, Orangeburg’s workers keep our local economy running strong.
When workplace accidents happen whether in manufacturing plants, warehouses, construction sites, or schools Ted Law Firm fights to protect the workers who keep this community moving.
What Is Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ compensation is an insurance system that provides medical treatment and wage replacement to employees injured on the job. In South Carolina, nearly every employer with four or more employees is required to carry this coverage under the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act.
You’re covered if you:
- Were injured while performing your job duties
- Developed a repetitive stress or occupational illness (e.g., carpal tunnel, hearing loss, chemical exposure)
- Suffered a work-related accident while traveling for your employer
Workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, meaning you don’t have to prove your employer was negligent to receive benefits.
What Benefits Can You Receive?
Under South Carolina law, workers may be entitled to:
- Medical Benefits
- All reasonable and necessary medical care, surgery, and rehabilitation
- Prescription medications and medical supplies
Mileage reimbursement for travel to medical appointments
- Lost Wage Benefits
- About two-thirds (⅔) of your average weekly wage while you can’t work
- Temporary total or partial disability payments
- Permanent Disability Benefits
- Compensation for loss of use of a body part or total disability
- Death Benefits
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Income support for surviving dependents
Our attorneys handle everything from filing your claim to appealing denied benefits so you can focus on healing.
Common Workplace Injuries in Orangeburg
We represent workers suffering from all types of job-related injuries, including:
- Back, neck, and spinal injuries
- Falls from scaffolding, ladders, or heights
- Repetitive motion injuries (RSI, carpal tunnel)
- Machine and equipment accidents
- Construction site injuries
- Burns, electrical injuries, and chemical exposure
- Joint, knee, and shoulder injuries
- Occupational illnesses (asthma, hearing loss, respiratory disease)
No matter what type of work you do, if you were injured while performing your job, we’ll help you file a claim and fight for the benefits you’re owed.
How the Workers’ Compensation Process Works
Our firm handles your entire claim from filing to final resolution. Here’s how the process works:
- Report your injury to your employer within 90 days of the accident.
- Seek medical treatment from a doctor approved by your employer’s insurance carrier.
- Your employer should file a claim (Form 12A) with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.
- If your claim is delayed, denied, or underpaid, we’ll file Form 50 to request a hearing before the Commission.
- We represent you at every hearing and appeal, fighting to ensure you receive full benefits.
Know Your Rights Under South Carolina Law
South Carolina protects workers’ rights through several key laws:
- S.C. Code § 42-1-80: Employers cannot retaliate or fire you for filing a workers’ comp claim.
- S.C. Code § 42-15-20: You have 90 days to report your injury and two years to file a claim.
- S.C. Code § 42-1-360: Even part-time and temporary employees are covered under workers’ comp.
If your employer threatens or discourages you from filing a claim, contact Ted Law Firm immediately retaliation is illegal.
What If My Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied?
Many valid claims are denied the first time, but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. Common denial reasons include:
- Employer disputes the injury was work-related
- Missed deadlines or incorrect forms
- Insurance carrier claims you can return to work early
Our team will:
- File an appeal with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission
- Collect medical evidence and witness testimony
- Represent you at hearings before the Commission
- Pursue every legal remedy until you’re paid what you deserve
Construction Accidents and Third-Party Claims
Some work injuries involve third-party negligence, such as a subcontractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer.
If you were hurt on a construction site, you may be eligible to file both a workers’ comp claim and a third-party lawsuit for additional compensation (pain & suffering, full wage loss, etc.).
Learn more about these cases on our Orangeburg Construction Accident Lawyer page.
Why Choose Our Orangeburg Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
- Decades of experience handling South Carolina workers’ comp cases
- Deep familiarity with the Orangeburg County court system
- Proven record of recovering benefits for injured employees
- We handle everything from paperwork to hearings
- No fees unless we win
- Available 24/7 for free consultations
When you’re hurt at work, you shouldn’t have to fight your employer and insurer alone. We fight for your benefits like they’re our own.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How long do I have to file a workers’ compensation claim in South Carolina?
You must report your injury within 90 days and have two years to file a formal claim with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.
2. Can I be fired for filing a workers’ comp claim?
No. Retaliation is illegal under S.C. Code § 42-1-80. If you were threatened or fired, we can help you file a retaliation claim.
3. Can I see my own doctor?
In South Carolina, your employer or their insurance company chooses the authorized doctor. However, we can help you get a second opinion or challenge biased medical findings.
4. What if my employer didn’t file my claim?
You can file Form 50 directly with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission — we’ll handle the process for you.
5. What benefits am I entitled to?
You can receive medical care, wage replacement, and permanent disability benefits — plus death benefits for families in fatal cases.
6. What if my claim is denied?
We’ll appeal the decision, represent you in hearings, and fight for every benefit you deserve.
7. How much does it cost to hire a Ted Law Firm?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no fees unless we win.
Talk to an Orangeburg Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Today
If you were injured on the job in Orangeburg County, don’t wait to protect your rights and your future now.
Serving Orangeburg, Bowman, Santee, Elloree, and surrounding communities. No fees unless we win. No risk, just results. At Ted Law Firm, we help South Carolina workers get back on their feet one case, one family, one victory at a time.
