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Common Injuries Resulting in Workers Compensation Claims

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 by D. Michael Kelly

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When you suffer injury on the job or develop an ailment that you feel is a direct result of your work, you may have many questions about filing a workers compensation claim in Columbia. An experienced workers comp lawyer can advise you in either pursuing a workers comp claim or possibly filing a lawsuit if the workers comp claim does not cover all of your expenses.

Whether you were injured in Myrtle Beach, Columbia, or elsewhere in South Carolina, the first step that your attorney can help you determine is if your situation qualifies for workers compensation. A skilled workers comp attorney can review your case, advise you on what you can expect to receive, craft a course of action for a claim or lawsuit, and deal with your employer on your behalf.

While South Carolina workers comp law seeks to address work-related injuries, not all injuries may qualify. The following types of injuries are known as preclusions and do not qualify for workers compensation:

  • Injuries occurring as a result of crime
  • Injuries caused by a violation of posted and known company policies
  • Injuries from intoxication or drug use
  • Off-work injuries
  • Self-inflicted injuries
  • Pre-existing conditions, unless exacerbated by current work
Contact

If you were injured in Columbia, Myrtle Beach, or elsewhere in South Carolina and have questions about a workers compensation claim, contact an experienced Columbia & Myrtle Beach injury lawyer at the Mike Kelly Law Group today at 866.959.4341, or complete our quick contact web form.

 
Posted at 14:17 PM
Topic: Workers Compensation
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