When an accident happens at work, many employees may hesitate before reporting it. However, timely reporting your workplace injury is essential for securing workers' compensation benefits in Virginia. In this article, we’ll explore the critical reasons why you must report…
Navigating Virginia’s Workers' Compensation system can be daunting for injured workers unfamiliar with the law. From handling complex paperwork to ensuring that you receive the full range of benefits you’re entitled to, having an experienced workers' compensation attorney in Virginia…
Common Workplace Injuries in Virginia: Top Incidents and How to Secure Your Benefits Workplace injuries are, unfortunately, a common occurrence across industries in Virginia. Understanding the most frequent types of injuries can help you stay vigilant, and knowing how to…
Experiencing a workplace injury can be overwhelming and stressful. Knowing the correct steps to take immediately after such an incident is crucial for protecting your health, securing your legal rights, and ensuring that you receive the benefits you are entitled…
Introduction to Our Blog Series on Virginia Workers' Compensation Navigating the intricacies of Virginia Workers' Compensation laws can be daunting. At Harbison & Kavanagh, we are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge you need to understand your rights and…
Workers’ compensation started as a grand bargain between workers and management in the early 20th century. Workers gave up their right to sue in court in exchange for no-fault, employer-paid insurance which covered economic losses. But over the years, the…
The days after suffering a workplace injury can be painful, confusing, and stressful. However, it is critical that you take important steps in the days after your accident to ensure that you receive maximum coverage under workers’ compensation for your…
For most workplace injuries in Virginia, filing a workers’ compensation claim is the exclusive remedy for employees hurt on the job. However, there are certain circumstances where a person can sue their employer when they suffer a workplace injury. It…
Getting injured on the job can be a scary and confusing experience, and filing a workers’ compensation claim with your employer is not always the most straightforward process. It can be difficult to understand what exactly you will receive in…
Earlier this month, the Supreme Court of Virginia affirmed the denial of workers’ compensation benefits to a construction worker injured on the job while rehabbing a historic school building. The court ruled that the man was hired by an unlicensed…