Staunton Workers' Compensation Attorney
We Fight for Injured Workers throughout Central Virginia
The workers’ compensation program was designed to provide compensation for employees injured on the job or who contract an occupational condition. However, it can be difficult for employees to obtain the benefits they need. The workers comp system is complex, and mistakes in filing can delay or even deny your vital compensation.
If you are having trouble getting the benefits you need and are owed, call Tucker Griffin Barnes. Our Staunton workers’ compensation lawyers handle cases on a contingency fee basis. You won’t pay any legal fees until you receive a settlement or award.
Jury Verdicts & Settlements
We have successfully helped thousands of people in Staunton and throughout Central Virginia obtain favorable results in a variety of legal matters. Our personal injury team has recovered millions of dollars for victims of negligence, while our criminal defense attorneys have helped their clients aggressively defend their rights. Our estate planning and bankruptcy lawyers have provided skilled and personalized legal guidance for those navigating difficult and trying circumstances. Read our case results to learn more about our history of success. *The results obtained under one set of circumstances cannot be a predictor of future results.
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Dog Bite Injury
Vicious Dog Bite
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Hospital Failure
Hospital Failure to Prevent Suicide
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Not Guilty Murder Case
Harris found not guilty in a murder case.
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Not Guilty Embezzlement
Man found innocent of embezzling from little league.
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Motorcycle Accident
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Low Back Injury
Retail worker with a low back injury
Should I Hire a Lawyer for My Workers' Comp Claim?
If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, you should consider hiring a lawyer
- Your workplace injury required surgery.
- Your doctor has advised you that your health will never be the same as it was before your accident.
- Your claim has been denied.
- You do not have a firm understanding of the Workers' Compensation process.
- You do not think you'll be able to return to work again, or if you do that it will not be in the same capacity.
- You have pre-existing disabilities.
- You do not feel that you are receiving the correct benefits for your injury.
- Your employer has disputed your claim.
Contact our firm today to discuss your case.
Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim
Our Staunton workers’ compensation attorneys provide experienced, compassionate representation for injured workers and fight for the best interests of our clients. It is important to follow the rules for filing a claim.
You must file a claim with the Workers’ Compensation Commission within two years of the date of your injury. With occupational illness, you have two years from the date you learned of the condition to file a claim. Alternatively, you have five years from the date of last exposure, whichever is sooner.
Our firm can assist you in all aspects of your claim, including initial filing and appealing denied claims. We can also help you bring a third-party personal injury claim if your injuries are not covered by workers’ compensation.
We assist clients who have suffered all types of work-related injuries, including:
- Construction and worksite accident injuries
- Lower back injuries
- Neck and shoulder injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Repetitive motion injuries
- Catastrophic injuries
Please contact Tucker Griffin Barnes at (540) 328-2808 to discuss your workers’ compensation claim with a member of our legal team.
Hear What Our Clients Say
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I would definitely recommend Christopher Bibb to anyone! He is very friendly and professional. He answers emails and calls within the same day. My family law case was a little unique and threw a curve ball towards the end. But he was ready for the challenge.- Felecia T.
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I would absolutely recommend Christopher Bibb to everyone! He recently represented me in a family law matter, and I was HIGHLY impressed! He is courteous, and professional, provides timely updates, and is very accessible. He always took time to address any questions/ concerns I had along the way. I truly appreciated his attention to detail and the fact that he was always prepared for anything. I cannot thank him enough!- Jennifer M.
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I was in a motorcycle accident the day before Father’s Day in 2023 and the outcome would have been over a million dollar case but because of some circumstances, I was facing debt well over $500,000 and I would have been forced to file bankruptcy! Matthew Westmoreland got it to where ALL of my medical bills were covered at UVA AND worked his magic and somehow made it so that I actually got a settlement check (no matter how big or little the check was), I HIGHLY recommend Matthew Westmoreland 1,000 times over!!! And he took care of literally EVERY stressful problem/question/concern I had and made it that much easier on me! Thank you Matthew Westmoreland for EVERYTHING!- Mandi L.
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I highly recommend Yvonne Griffin and her staff. Not only did they get me a great settlement and they also got my medical liens reduced, which meant more money for my family.- Personal Injury Client
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Yvonne Griffin represented me in a car accident that required many months of hands-on attention. She was a compassionate person always taking into consideration my limited ability from my brain injury, but not making me feel inferior. I highly recommend Yvonne. She is a true professional.- Personal Injury Client
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Thank you for taking my ‘small’ case. I know you all worked hard to help me and I’m very grateful for all you did for me.- Personal Injury Client
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Yvonne Griffin is a fearless trial attorney with significant courtroom experience.- Personal Injury Client
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Yvonne Griffin is an extremely smart lawyer. Her years of experience were on prime display as she worked through every difficult problem with my car accident case. I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer.- Personal Injury Client