We offer legal assistance for workers who have been injured on the job in Rock Hill and York County.
If you’ve suffered an on-the-job work injury in Rock Hill that requires extensive medical care or time off work, you need top-notch legal representation. A workplace injury can leave you feeling lost, in pain, and worried about your finances and future—all while questions filter through your mind about how to recover faster and take care of your family at the same time.
While some work injuries are relatively minor and treatment can be swift and effective, other injuries are catastrophic and take years to heal (if they ever heal at all). Unfortunately, workers’ comp insurance companies often try to downplay serious injuries and cheat workers out of the benefits they need and deserve.
That’s where we come in. The experienced Rock Hill work injury attorneys at the Wilder Pantazis Law Group have helped thousands of workers throughout North and South Carolina get the medical and wage loss benefits they need to recover after work-related injuries and occupational diseases.
Whether your claim has been denied or you need help figuring out how to negotiate with the insurance company to get maximum compensation, we can help. Contact Wilder Pantazis Law Group today for a free consultation to get started.
Let us put our decades of workers’ comp experience in North and South Carolina to work for you.
Schedule a free consultation with Wilder Pantazis Law Group today.
Visit our law firm near Rock Hill, SC
Our law firm is located just 30 miles north of Rock Hill, in the Echo Hills neighborhood of Charlotte. To visit our office, take I-77 N to Charlotte and get off at exit 9B to merge onto I-277 N/US-74 E. Continue onto US-74 E and follow signs for NC-27 E/Independence Expy. After a couple miles, turn right onto Briar Creek Road, then turn left onto Monroe Road in less than half a mile. Look for our office on the left.
Our mission is helping you recover from a workplace accident
Making a difference for an injured worker is one of the best parts about this job. Work-related injuries happen every day and being there to help a person get their life back on track is incredibly rewarding.” – Attorney Beau Wilder
FAQs about workers’ comp claims in Rock Hill
How do I know if I’m eligible for workers’ comp in Rock Hill?
If you were injured at work or developed an occupational disease in Rock Hill, there’s a good chance you’re covered by workers’ comp as long as:
- Your employer has at least 4 employees.
- You’re classified as an employee, not an independent contractor.
- You don’t work in an industry that’s exempt from workers’ comp (e.g., agriculture)
Most injuries that happen while you’re doing your job—whether it’s a brain injury from falling off a ladder or a condition that builds up over time like silicosis, tendonitis, or asthma—can qualify.
The best part? You don’t have to prove your employer was at fault. South Carolina’s workers’ comp system is no-fault, which means you just need to show that your injury or illness is connected to your work.
However, proving that your job caused your injury can be harder than you might think, especially if your claim involves a repetitive stress injury or a pre-existing condition.
If you are unsure if your injury qualifies for workers’ comp or if your claim is wrongfully denied by the insurer, talk to a Rock Hill work injury compensation lawyer who can look at your situation and help you figure out the next steps.
How long do I have to file a workers’ comp claim in Rock Hill?
In Rock Hill and throughout South Carolina, you typically have 90 days to report a work-related injury or illness to your employer and 2 years to formally file a workers’ comp claim with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission.
For conditions that develop over time, like occupational diseases or repetitive stress injuries, the clock starts when you first discover (or should have discovered) that your condition is related to your job.
Missing these deadlines can put your benefits at risk, so it’s important to act quickly and, if needed, speak with a local South Carolina workers’ comp attorney to protect your rights.
What workers’ comp benefits are available after an injury in Rock Hill?
Workers’ comp can provide several types of benefits to help you recover physically and stay financially afloat after an injury or illness at work. These benefits typically include:
- Coverage for medical care. Medical benefits include all necessary treatment for your work-related injury or illness, such as doctor visits, hospital stays, surgeries, prescriptions, and rehab—without any out-of-pocket costs if you follow the proper process.
- Wage replacement. If your injury keeps you from working, you may qualify for weekly indemnity benefit payments that replace a portion of your lost income—usually around two-thirds of your average weekly wage. These benefits may be short-term or long-term depending on how severe your condition is.
- Job retraining and placement help. If your injury prevents you from going back to your old job, vocational rehabilitation benefits may help you learn new skills or find suitable work.
- Support for surviving families. In the unfortunate event that a workplace injury results in death, the worker’s dependents may receive death benefits, which include compensation for lost income and funeral expenses (up to $12,000).
Please note that these benefits are negotiable, so never accept a settlement offer from the insurance company without first understanding how much your injury is really worth.
What to do after a workplace injury in Rock Hill
If you’ve been seriously injured on the job, then your first step is to seek medical treatment immediately. Some workplace injuries occur over time from constant repetitive motion and an emergency doctor’s visit might not be needed. But if you are in immediate distress, call 911. Then, take the following steps:
- Report your injury to your manager or supervisor. Starting a paper trail about your injury is key to securing the maximum workers’ compensation benefits. Put the notification in writing; don’t assume that telling a coworker about the injury is enough. If you wait more than 90 days to report the injury, you could lose out on the ability to receive full benefits.
- Get a list of approved doctors from your employer. If you balk at using the doctors or specialists on the list (referred to as the “panel of physicians”) and proceed to use your own doctor, your employer and their insurance company may use that as an excuse to deny you workers’ comp benefits.
- Submit the proper paperwork to the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission. Start by printing Form 12A (First Report of Injury) from the SCWCC website, and follow the instruction on how to submit it. Once you start down this path, reach out to an experienced local attorney so that you can bring their knowledge and expertise to bear in your case.
- Document the claim. Ask your employer for copies of all documents they have filed regarding your claim or on your behalf. Make certain you’ve made a copy of the Form 12A and ask your supervisor or manager for a written report on the incident. If they will not write one, you should.
- Update your employer. Keep your employer in the loop at every step of the process. If your doctor issues a stay-at-home order, excuses you from work or gives restrictions on the type of work you can perform, ask for this in writing and notify your manager immediately.
- Check with the insurance company. Verify that your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company has been notified and a claim started. Get the name and phone number of the insurance company from whomever handles your workplace HR office. If possible, learn the name of the person who is handling your claim. This person is the adjuster, and you are allowed to speak directly with that person.
- Consult an attorney. Lastly, speak with an attorney about your injuries and predicament. Many attorneys charge no fees until they’ve helped you recover the full workers’ compensation benefits you are entitled to. Here at Wilder Pantazis Law Group, initial consultations are free too! We’ve helped thousands of injured workers overcome a variety of injuries and obstacles so that you can recover physically and financially.
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Where can I find the best workers’ comp attorney in Rock Hill to help with my accident at work claim?
At Wilder Pantazis Law Group, we know how quickly a work injury can disrupt everything—your health, your income, and your peace of mind. When the system feels stacked against you and the insurance company drags its feet, you shouldn’t have to fight alone.
With more than 85 years of combined experience helping injured workers across York County, our Rock Hill workers’ compensation attorneys know how to take on tough cases, push back against unfair denials, and fight for every benefit you’re owed. We’re here to guide you through the process, protect your rights, and make sure you’re not left behind.
Contact the South Carolina workers’ compensation lawyers at Wilder Pantazis Law Group today for a free consultation, and let us help you move forward with confidence.
About Rock Hill, South Carolina
Rock Hill is the fifth-largest city in South Carolina. Located about 25 miles south of Charlotte, the area has seen a tremendous population boom over the last decade, with more than 75,654 residents as of 2023.
An interesting aspect of how Rock Hill came to be a town is due to the railroad running through the area. It was originally planned to go from Charlotte to Columbia and run through Ebenezerville, but residents there didn’t want the loud, dirty trains running through their community. So when several prominent families in the Rock Hill area offered right-of-way through their land, the railroad jumped at the chance—and it was only a 2-mile detour.
Rock Hill is known for scenic riverfront views of the Catawba River and more than 31 parks. It’s also known for its historic downtown, which consists of a dozen buildings built around 1840 which today house dining options and retail stores. The first general store was built in the town around 1849. The city’s primary public college is Winthrop University, a liberal arts school founded in 1886 with roughly 6,000 students.
Rock Hill consists primarily of several neighborhoods, some of which were small towns or independent communities in the past that were incorporated into Rock Hill. They include Downtown, Ebenezer, Newport, Oakdale and Boyd Hill. Rock Hill is a four-time winner of America’s Promise Alliance “100 Best Communities for Young People” and was featured by Time’s Money Magazine as one of the top 50 places to live in the USA for 2018.
A few famous faces who have called Rock Hill home include Olympic speed skater Lauren Cholewinski, Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst, Blues keyboardist Ironing Board Sam, actor Leon Rippy of HBO’s Deadwood, and major league baseball players Lafayette Currence and Jim Ray. The list of National Football League players from Rock Hill reads like a “who’s who” with more than 20 names.
Top employers and industries in Rock Hill, SC
A few of the largest employers in Rock Hill include 3D Systems, Amida Industries, Carolina Energy, Comporium Communications, the City of Rock Hill, Hyosung Corp, Cytec Carbon Filters, Langer Transport Corporation, Rock Hill Schools and Winthrop University.
Local resources for Rock Hill, SC residents
Official government websites
Rock Hill & Fort Mill Visitor’s Bureau
Local legal resources
Rock Hill Municipal Court
120 E Black St
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 329-5695
York County Clerk of Court
6 S Congress St
York, SC 29745
(803) 628-3036
York County Family Court
1555 W Main St
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 909-7100
South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission
1333 Main St, Suite 500
Columbia, SC 29202-1715
(803) 737-5700
South Carolina Bar
950 Taylor St
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 799-6653
Local community resources
Rock Hill Police Department
120 E Black St
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 329-7200
York County Sheriff’s Office
1675-2A York Hwy
York, SC 29745
(803) 628-3059
Rock Hill Schools
386 E Black St
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 981-1000
York County Library (Rock Hill branch)
138 E Black St
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 981-5858
York County Regional Chamber
116 E Main St
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 324-7500
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