For many years in Virginia, police and firefighters were unable to obtain workers’ compensation benefits for a psychological injury despite the fact that the injury […]
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In 2021, the Virginia legislature enacted a statute that reversed the effect of a 2020 decision by the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission. Without the statute,
When we think of workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims, we often picture hazardous environments like construction sites or factories. The reality is that work-related
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Unfortunately, there are many injuries that can happen in the workplace. The greatest number of injuries impact the upper extremities – arms, wrists, and hands.
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Construction work is inherently dangerous. Workers in this industry are at a high risk of work-related injuries. In Virginia, construction workers account for a significant
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As THE Virginia’s workers’ compensation law firm, HammondTownsend helps hundreds of injured workers navigate the legal process of handling workers’ comp claims. The workers’ compensation
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Workers’ Compensation Payment Requires An Award Order From The WCC A workers’ compensation claimant’s receipt of an award typically results in two different benefits. One
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What Seasonal Workers Need to Know About Workers’ Compensation The holidays are coming up, and many stores are hiring extra employees for the busy holiday
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From filing a claim to receiving your compensation, the workers’ compensation process in Virginia is complex. The Workers’ Compensation Act in Virginia focuses heavily on
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If you’ve been hurt at work, friends and family have probably mentioned workers’ comp to you. But what is it? How do you get it?
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