Virginia Workers' Compensation Claims From Out of State
As a veteran workers' compensation lawyer who has handled Virginia workers' compensation cases for more than 35 years, I am frequently called upon to represent nonresidents in Virginia workers' compensation cases. I am able to provide powerful and reliable service to injured workers — no matter where they live — due to my decades of experience, my familiarity with the important rules and procedures, and my direct availability to my clients.
For more information about getting legal help with a nonresident workers' compensation claim, call my law office toll free at 800-256-8862 or send me an e-mail for a prompt response.
Out-of-State Workers Who Need Help With Virginia Workers' Compensation
There are several circumstances under which an out-of-state worker might need legal representation in a Virginia workers' compensation case.
- A worker might get injured on the job while living in Virginia but then move away while the case is still pending. Regardless of the new state or country of residence, the nonresident worker will still have to deal with the Virginia Workers' Compensation Board to get benefits.
- An employee of a company headquartered in Virginia may need to deal with Virginia workman's compensation laws even if the worker lives elsewhere and was injured in another state.
Virginia Workers' Compensation Claim From England: In 2008, I was contacted by a gentleman who suffered brain injury after being clawed by a tiger. The attack occurred in Virginia and afterwards he moved to England. "My compensation of 500 weeks was running out and [Jerry Lutkenhaus] got me a lifetime settlement worth more than $5 million. I thought my life was over and he saved me." Read more testimonials from past clients.
Technology Aids Communication With Nonresident Workers
I have represented workers from as far away as England and as close as Indiana. Depending on the case, I can conduct a lot of the necessary work over the telephone and via the Internet. If possible, I work to get a resolution that does not require my client to return to Virginia for a formal hearing, which may be inconvenient, expensive or against medical advice.
As a solo attorney, I am my own boss, which means I can be available at odd hours of the day if necessary to account for time-zone differences. In all cases, my goal is to protect my client's right to fair compensation after a work-related injury.
To learn more, contact my office to schedule a free consultation by telephone or in-person.
