Hunter & Everage is an industrial accident attorney in South Carolina. We represent injured victims and help hard-working, struggling people with benefits and compensation following workplace accidents. Call 704-377-9157 or message us now for legal help.
Industrial Accident Lawyer
You’ve worked hard and been loyal to your employer. Then, you’re hurt at work.
You may want to believe your employer will do the right thing. However, that’s not always the case. Insurance companies make their profits when they don’t pay benefits. Plus, you may qualify for compensation from a third party.
Representation from an industrial accident lawyer at Hunter & Everage can protect your rights.
We represent people in workers’ compensation claims and injury claims for monetary payment.
We represent injured people—not large corporations or insurance companies.
If you have been hurt at work, don’t take on the powerful corporations and insurance companies alone. Get help from an industrial accident attorney.
We handle claims in York County and throughout South Carolina. Contact us now.
Leading Industries for Industrial Accidents
Every industry has dangers, and every industry poses unique dangers.
- Manufacturing, production
- Construction, building
- Agriculture, farming
- Fishing, forestry, hunting
- Health services
- Warehousing, delivery, logistics
- Transportation, aviation
- Mining
We represent people who have been hurt on the job across all industries and companies of all sizes.
Legal Representation for an Industrial Accident
What kind of representation do you need following an industrial accident? You need an injury attorney who handles cases for workers’ compensation and personal injury claims. Your case may involve both.
Our legal representation involves answering these questions:
- What do I need to do to protect my rights? What paperwork do I complete? Where do I file?
- How do I get my medical bills covered?
- Is there a way to minimize the hassle and complexity of the case?
- What types of compensation should I be getting?
- Do I qualify to claim pain and suffering through a third-party injury case?
- Are my benefits being calculated correctly?
- Can I do anything if the insurance company refuses to pay?
- Should I accept a settlement?
- How do I present my case at a hearing or trial?
We are full-service representatives for industrial accident cases, meaning we take care of everything for you to receive the appropriate benefits and compensation. Each case is different, so we’ll personalize our representation for your case.
What To Do After an Industrial Accident
If you’re in an industrial accident, seek emergency medical attention right away. Everything else can wait.
Then, report the injury to your supervisor or human resources. Don’t assume that they’re aware of it. Take photos of the accident scene and save anything that may be important, such as torn clothing.
In their first report of injury, the employer must list equipment, materials, and chemicals that were involved and must document the work process they were engaged in and how the accident occurred. Don’t wait to report—you don’t want the employer questioning whether your injuries are related to your accident, and time delays can prevent you from receiving your benefits.
The reported information can help begin the claims process, but it should only be a starting point. When you hire us, we’ll investigate what occurred and take additional steps to preserve your rights.
It’s never too early to contact an industrial accident attorney. South Carolina gives you two years to file, but often you need your benefits now. Plus, having an attorney on your case early gives you the advocate that you need to protect your rights and achieve a positive outcome.
Why Do Industrial Accidents Happen?
Any industry can be dangerous. People work with heavy and sharp equipment and hazardous materials. Even though there are dangers, accidents can often be avoided with safety protocols.
So why do industrial accidents happen? There are a variety of reasons:
- Not evaluating risk and minimizing the danger
- Failing to follow safety procedures
- Inadequate staffing, which requires employees to compensate
- Complacency, not appreciating the need for safety
- Maintenance failures, not keeping equipment in good condition, lack of testing
- Poorly training workers, hiring unqualified workers
- Working for too long without breaks
- Bad lighting, slippery floors
- Inadequate fall protection
- Using equipment for something other than its intended purpose
- Engineering and systems failures
- Distractions, expecting employees to do too much at once
- Chemical leaks, storing or handling chemicals improperly
- Cluttered or unkempt environment
Some factors in industrial accidents are human while others are systemic. All accident risks should be mitigated with planning and resources.
Common Injuries in South Carolina Factory Jobs
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Burns, electrocution
- Spinal cord injury, paralysis
- Crushing, internal organ damage
- Chemical exposure
- Strains, sprains, overexertion
- Heat stroke, heat exhaustion
- Cuts, bruises, infection, whiplash
- Wrongful death
Hunter & Everage Strives To Hold All Liable Parties Accountable After a Workplace Injury
The causes of an industrial accident may not be immediately obvious, and you need answers.
Hunter & Everage strives to hold the guilty party responsible.
Too often, information about the accident is in the hands of the employer. They don’t want to admit wrongdoing, and they don’t want to pay benefits. We’ll go further to explore every possibility for you to receive medical care and financial relief. Obtaining workers’ comp benefits may require a fight. When Hunter & Everage is your South Carolina industrial accident attorney, you have a legal team that’s ready for the fight.
Experience, Skill, Determination
Our attorneys have represented people like you for a combined 35 years. We do so much more than paperwork. Instead, we learn your story and take up the fight, handling everything needed for you to receive fair treatment following an industrial accident.
You can focus on your recovery, leaving the paperwork, advocacy, and representation to us. We explain, answer questions, and guide you through what you need to do. You have the confidence that you’re getting the benefits you deserve for your workplace injury.
Trusted legal help when you’re hurting.
That’s what you can expect with Hunter & Everage as your industrial accident attorney in South Carolina. We use our experience, skill, and determination to get results and deliver a personalized case plan for each client.
Contact Our York County, South Carolina Industrial Accident Attorneys Today
Have you been injured in an industrial accident? Contact our York County, South Carolina industrial accident attorneys today. See what benefits you may receive and explore how to receive compensation in your case. Whether you have recently been injured or you have reached a difficult point in your case and need help, we are here to serve you.
We’re taking new cases now. Start today by calling 704-377-9157, or message us online.