Summerville Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

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A workplace injury can disrupt every part of your life your health, your income, your stability, and your future. Whether you were injured at a distribution center in Summerville, a construction site in Dorchester County, a manufacturing plant, or on the job anywhere in the Lowcountry, you deserve full protection under South Carolina’s workers’ compensation laws.

At Ted Law Firm, our Summerville workers’ compensation lawyers help injured workers secure the medical care, wage benefits, and long-term compensation they need to recover and rebuild.

Common Workplace Accidents in Summerville

Summerville’s rapidly growing economy means thousands work in:

• Warehousing & logistics (injuries from forklifts, lifting, machinery)
  
• Manufacturing plants (equipment malfunction, crush injuries, repetitive trauma)
  
• Construction sites (falls, electrocution, trench collapses)
  
• Retail & restaurant environments (slip & falls, lifting injuries)
  
• Healthcare settings (patient-lift injuries, exposure)
  
• Driving-heavy jobs (delivery drivers, commercial transport)
  

Common work injuries include:

• Back, shoulder, and neck injuries
  
• Slip and fall injuries
  
• Fractures, sprains, herniated discs
  
• Burns and electrical injuries
  
• Traumatic brain injuries
  
• Repetitive stress injuries
  
• Chemical exposure
  
• Long-term disability
  
• Fatal workplace accidents
  

What Is a Workers’ Compensation Claim in South Carolina?

Under South Carolina law, workers’ compensation provides benefits to employees who suffer a job-related injury or occupational illness.

It covers:

• 100% of medical treatment
  
• Wage replacement (TTD/TPD)
  
• Permanent disability benefits (PPD)
  
• Vocational retraining
  
• Death benefits for surviving family
  

Important features:

• It is no-fault  you do NOT have to prove your employer did anything wrong.
  
• You MUST report the injury within 90 days (exceptions apply).
  
• Claims must typically be filed within 2 years.
  

Who Can Be Held Liable?

Workers’ comp typically covers employer-related injuries, but other parties may be responsible in addition to your employer:

• Subcontractors
  
• Equipment manufacturers (defective machinery)
  
• Property owners
  
• Negligent drivers in work-related car crashes
  
• Maintenance companies
  

A third-party negligence claim can significantly increase your financial recovery.

Benefits You Can Recover Through Workers’ Compensation

Medical Treatment

Covers all necessary care:

• Emergency room
  
• Surgery
  
• Physical therapy
  
• Medications
  
• Diagnostic imaging
  
• Specialists (orthopedics, neurology, etc.)
  

Lost Wage Benefits

Typically 2/3 of your average weekly wage.
Includes TTD (Temporary Total Disability) and TPD (Temporary Partial Disability).

Permanent Disability / Impairment Benefits

If you suffer long-term harm, you may receive a permanency rating, which determines additional compensation for:

• Permanent injury
  
• Loss of function
  
• Reduced earning capacity
  

Death Benefits

If a worker tragically dies from a work injury, family may recover:

• Funeral expenses
  
• Weekly wage benefits
  
• Long-term support
  

What to Do After a Workplace Injury in Summerville

• Notify your employer immediately (in writing).
  
• Get medical treatment ASAP  delays harm your claim.
  
• Request to see an authorized doctor (required in SC).
  
• Document everything: photos, witness names, accident reports.
  
• Keep copies of all medical records and receipts.
  
• Do not give statements to insurance carriers without an attorney.
  
• Contact Ted Law Firm we protect your rights from day one.
  

Deadlines & Important Legal Considerations

• 90 days to report the injury
  
• 2 years to file a formal claim with the SC Workers’ Compensation Commission
  
• Third-party claims may have 3-year deadlines
  
• If you miss these deadlines, you may lose your right to benefits
  
• Appeals, hearings, and medical disputes have additional timelines
  

Why Acting Quickly Matters

• Evidence at the workplace can be altered or lost
  
• Witness memories fade
  
• Employers and insurers may dispute claims or deny benefits
  
• Medical documentation is critical and must match your job injury
  
• Early legal representation strengthens your claim significantly
  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Do I have to prove my employer was negligent?

No, workers’ comp is a no-fault system.

2. What if my employer denies my injury?

We can file a hearing request and fight the denial.

3. Can I choose my own doctor?

SC requires you to see an authorized provider, but we can request changes when appropriate.

4. How long do I have to file a claim?

Typically 2 years, but you must report the injury within 90 days.

5. What is a permanency rating?

A medical evaluator determines the extent of your long-term impairment, which affects compensation.

6. Can I sue my employer?

Not usually workers’ comp replaces lawsuits, BUT third-party claims may still apply.

7. What if a machine or equipment caused my injury?

You may pursue both workers’ comp and a third-party product liability claim.

8. What benefits do I receive if I can never work again?

You may receive permanent total disability benefits.

9. What if I was injured while driving for work?

Work-related vehicle injuries qualify for workers’ comp and possibly a third-party claim.

10. What does it cost to hire you?

Nothing upfront, you pay nothing unless we win.

Contact Us Summerville Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

If you were injured on the job in Summerville or the surrounding Lowcountry region, you don’t have to navigate the workers’ compensation system alone.

At Ted Law Firm, we handle everything  reporting, medical documentation, wage benefits, permanency ratings, hearings, appeals, and third-party claims.

Call today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win your case.