When you've been hurt at work, you need help. You may be in pain, worried about the cost of medical care, unsure if you can work in the future, and confused about what to do next. Many individuals, focused on their immediate medical and health needs, become overwhelmed by Virginia's complex workers' compensation system and miss important deadlines.

In Virginia, injured workers have a limited time to report workplace injuries to their employers. Failure to meet Virginia's reporting requirements may jeopardize your workers' compensation claim and any chance of recovery.

At Ackerman & Falcon, we help people injured at work. Our experienced attorneys can navigate Virginia's complex workers' compensation system, including its strict reporting requirements.

Virginia Requires Employees to Report Workplace Injuries Within 30 Days

In Virginia, employees injured at work must provide written notice of their injury to their employer within 30 days of the accident or injury. The notice must include the employee's name and address, the time and place of the accident, and the nature and cause of the accident and injury.

If you've been hurt at work, an experienced workers' compensation attorney can develop a comprehensive strategy for your claim. Ideally, your written notice will serve as a critical foundation for your future workers' compensation claim. As such, the report must be carefully prepared and submitted on time. Your attorney will protect your best interests and help you comply with the strict requirements of Virginia's workers' compensation statute.

Even if your workplace injury occurred more than a month ago, an attorney may be able to help. Importantly, there are limited circumstances in which the late reporting may be excused. If you are concerned that a deadline was missed, consult an attorney to see if an exception may apply.

If You've Been Injured at Work in Virginia, We Can Help

At Ackerman & Falcon, we protect people injured on the job. If you've been hurt, our experienced workers' compensation attorneys can help you understand the timelines and requirements of Virginia's workers' compensation system. We will fight on your behalf and for your best interests, and you can focus on rebuilding your health and life. Call us at 703-288-1400 or schedule a free consultation online.