Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Newark, DE
Repetitive Stress Injury | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Back and Neck Injury | Falls | Falling Objects | Ligament, Tendon and Muscle Injury | Exposure to Toxic Substances | Occupational Illness | Wrongful Death on the Job
If you have been hurt in the workplace in or around Newark, Delaware, you may be struggling to figure out how you go about getting the compensation you need to cover lost wages, medical expenses and other costs. The workers’ compensation process can be confusing and intimidating, and it can often seem like the odds are stacked in favor of your employer. Not when you have the law office of Michael J. Hood, LLC, on your side.
At the office of Michael J. Hood, LLC, we offer more than three decades of experience to injured workers in the Newark, Delaware, area. Because of our years in practice, we know that every workplace injury claim is different and that we need to listen closely to learn what you need to get back to the life you had before your accident if possible. We will thoroughly investigate the facts and circumstances of your accident, traveling to your place of employment if necessary, so we understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case and can tailor our representation to get the outcome you want. We’ll always be straight with you, telling you what you need to know even when it’s not what you want to hear. When you hire us to help you pursue full and fair compensation for your losses, you will always work directly with attorney Hood, never with an associate or a paralegal.
Contact our office online or call us at (302) 777-1000. for an appointment. There’s no charge for your first consultation.
Experienced Newark, DE, Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
We handle all matters related to a workers’ compensation claim for injured workers throughout the Newark, Delaware, area, from the initial application through the appeal of any claim denial. We will help you prepare and file all the documents necessary to initiate the process, and will advise you regarding access to medical care, as well as any requests from your employer.
We handle all types of work-related injury claims, including:
- Knee, hip, ankle or foot trauma
- Elbow, shoulder, wrist or hand injury
- Traumatic brain injury or spinal cord trauma
- Repetitive stress injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as injuries resulting from standing or sitting in one position for long periods of time
- Neck or back pain
- Connective tissue injury, such as tendon, ligament or muscle damage
We represent workers who have been exposed to toxic substances on the job, including toxic mold, as well as chemicals and silicate. We also handle cases involving accidental or wrongful death in the workplace.
Contact Our Newark, DE Office
To schedule a free initial consultation, send us an e-mail or call our office at (302) 777-1000. We are available Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., but will meet with you evenings or weekends upon request. Home or hospital visits can be arranged if necessary.
