Hamilton County Work Injury Lawyer

Protecting the Rights of Injured Workers in Chattanooga & Across Hamilton County

A work injury can leave you with more than physical pain. It can threaten your financial security, your ability to support your family, and your future. Whether you were injured in a construction accident, on a factory floor, or in a delivery vehicle, you may be entitled to significant compensation.

At Pritchard Injury Firm, we represent injured workers throughout Hamilton County, including Chattanooga, Red Bank, East Ridge, and Hixson. We handle both workers’ compensation claims and third-party personal injury lawsuits when another party besides your employer is responsible for the harm.

We’ll help you understand your rights and fight to get you everything you’re owed.

Why Hire a Hamilton County Work Injury Lawyer?

After an accident on the job, most people expect their employer or insurance company to do the right thing. Unfortunately, many workers face delays, denials, or unfair pressure to return to work before they’ve healed.

Here’s why it makes sense to call us:

• We handle both workers’ compensation and personal injury claims
• We investigate complex worksite accidents and determine third-party liability
• We fight insurance companies and employers who try to limit your benefits
• We coordinate with your doctors to understand the full impact of your injury
• We never charge a fee unless we recover compensation for you

Workplace injuries require swift, skilled legal action. We’re ready when you are.

Types of Work Injury Cases We Handle

Work injuries can occur in any profession — not just in construction or industrial jobs. Whether you’re behind a desk or on a roof, accidents happen when safety protocols are ignored or equipment fails.

We represent clients in a wide variety of workplace injury scenarios, including:

• Construction site accidents (falls, heavy machinery, scaffolding)
• Manufacturing and warehouse injuries
• Slip and falls at work
• Electrical or fire-related accidents
• Commercial vehicle or delivery driver crashes
• Repetitive stress injuries and overexertion
• Exposure to toxic chemicals or unsafe air
• Injuries caused by defective tools, machines, or safety equipment
• Assaults or negligent security while on the job
• Fatal workplace accidents and wrongful death cases

No matter how the injury occurred, we can help you explore all possible avenues for recovery.

Workers’ Compensation vs. Personal Injury: What’s the Difference?

Many injured workers assume that workers’ compensation is their only option — but in some cases, a third-party personal injury claim may be possible, which can provide far greater compensation.

Workers’ compensation typically covers:

• Medical bills
• Partial wage replacement
• Temporary or permanent disability benefits
• Vocational rehabilitation

But you can’t recover for pain and suffering in a workers’ comp claim.

However, if your injury was caused by someone other than your employer, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit. That might include:

• A negligent subcontractor
• A careless driver while you're making a delivery
• The manufacturer of defective equipment
• A property owner who failed to maintain safe conditions

In those cases, you can seek damages for pain and suffering, full lost wages, and future losses, in addition to your workers’ comp benefits.

What Compensation Can You Recover After a Work Injury?

Depending on the nature of your claim,  you may be entitled to one or more of the following:

• Medical expenses (surgery, rehab, prescriptions, assistive devices)
• Lost wages during recovery
• Reduced earning capacity if you can’t return to your job
• Pain and suffering (in personal injury claims)
• Emotional distress and mental health care
• Disability payments or settlements
• Death benefits for surviving family members

We’ll evaluate your case and pursue every available source of compensation.

Common Work Injuries in Hamilton County

Some of the most frequent injuries we see in Hamilton County worksite claims include:

• Back, neck, and spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) from falls or impacts
• Burn injuries from electrical or chemical exposure
• Fractures and crush injuries from heavy equipment
• Repetitive use injuries (carpal tunnel, tendonitis)
• Vision or hearing loss from unsafe conditions
• Amputations caused by machinery or severe trauma
• PTSD and emotional trauma from violent or traumatic events

These injuries often require long-term treatment and time away from work, and that means you need a legal team that can build a case for full recovery.

FAQ: Work Injury Claims in Hamilton County

How long do I have to report a work injury in Tennessee?

You must report your injury to your employer within 15 days and file a workers’ comp claim within one year. Don’t wait — delays can hurt your case.

Can I sue my employer?

Generally, no — Tennessee law protects employers from lawsuits if they provide workers’ comp. But you can sue third parties who contributed to your injury.

What if I was partially at fault for the accident?

Workers’ comp is a no-fault system, so you can usually recover benefits even if you made a mistake. In personal injury claims, partial fault may reduce your award, but won’t necessarily eliminate it.

How much does it cost to hire your firm?

We work on a contingency fee basis; you pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we recover compensation for you.

Talk to a Hamilton County Work Injury Lawyer Today

After a work injury, you need more than medical care. You need a legal team that will fight for your rights, protect your job, and pursue the compensation you deserve.

Call (470) 828-3363 to speak with a lawyer today. Pritchard Injury Firm proudly serves injured workers in Chattanooga, East Ridge, Red Bank, Hixson, and across all of Hamilton County.