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Chronic hip pain or an acute hip injury can end a career. In 2021-2022, average workers’ compensation costs involving the hip, thigh, and pelvis is $60,155 in combined medical and wage-loss costs, according to the National Safety Council.

If a hip injury has taken you off the job in South Carolina, Joye Law Firm Injury Lawyers’ workers’ compensation lawyers stand ready to protect your rights, document future medical expenses, and pursue the full benefits you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you move forward.

Injured Your Hip at Work? Here’s How Joye Law Firm Can Support You

When you’re dealing with a painful hip injury, you don’t need to go through the claims process alone. Joye Law Firm helps injured workers by:

Filing workers’ comp claims properly and on time
Appealing denied claims
Negotiating settlements with the insurance company
Making sure clients receive medical treatment, including hip surgery or physical therapy
Guiding clients through impairment rating assessments
Ensuring workers are compensated for permanent disability

From hip labral tears to fractured hips, we know how serious these injuries are. We’ll work to make sure you get what you’re owed under South Carolina workers’ compensation laws.

Workers’ Comp Wins from Our Clients

Getting hurt on the job can turn your life upside down, especially when it affects your ability to walk, move, or work. Hip injuries are serious and often take a long time to heal. At Joye Law Firm, we’ve helped many injured workers get fair compensation to help them move forward.

Here are some real results from clients who trusted us with their workers’ compensation claims.

$300,000 for a Steel Worker Who Fell From a Ladder

A fall from a slippery ladder at a metal supply suffered from extreme hip pain, for years after a fall that initially injured opposite knee. The hip injury was caused by attempting to compensate from the permanent injuries he suffered to his knee in the fall. Attorney Matt Jackson argued for and won a designation of his client being Totally and Permanently Disabled leading to a $300,000 settlement allowing him to continue to provide for his family.

$280,953 After a Fall on a Sliding Door Foundation

One of our clients suffered a painful back and hip injury after tripping over a sliding door foundation at work. This accident made it difficult for him to continue working and led to costly medical treatment. We fought to secure $280,953 in compensation for him to help cover his losses.

$265,000 for a Woman Who Fell at Work

Another client, a hardworking woman, fell on the job and hurt her hip. Falls like this can cause fractures, long recovery periods, and time off work. We helped her secure a $265,000 settlement to cover her recovery and financial needs.

$200,000 for a School Teacher Hurt on a Ramp

A school teacher slipped and fell on a ramp, suffering a severe hip injury. For someone who stands and moves around all day, slip-and-fall accidents can change everything. We helped her receive a $200,000 settlement to help support her as she healed.

$162,500 for a Mechanic with Hip and Back Injuries

One of our clients, a mechanic, hurt his back and hip while working. Physical labor became nearly impossible. We made sure he didn’t have to face the financial strain alone and secured a $162,500 settlement for his case.

Does Undergoing Hip Surgery Affect My Settlement Amount?

Yes. Needing hip surgery, especially a total hip replacement, increases your settlement amount because:

Surgical procedures carry higher medical costs
Recovery often involves physical therapy and future medical care
You may be out of work longer, increasing lost wages
The surgery might lead to a permanent partial disability

A hip replacement can also reduce mobility, even after recovery, impacting your ability to return to previous job duties. The insurance company will consider this when calculating your workers’ comp settlement.

What Types of Hip Injuries Qualify for Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina?

All hip injuries are covered by workers’ compensation when they occur due to job-related activities. Common injuries include:

Hip fracture or fractured hip
Hip dislocation
Hip labral tear
Hip bursitis (inflammation from repetitive stress)
Hip strain or muscle tear
Crush injury from falling objects or equipment
Aggravated hip bursitis from overuse
Femur shaft fracture
Pelvic fractures
Damage to the hip socket or hip joint
Burning thigh pain from compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve

If your injury happened at work or was made worse by your job, call us to find out if you qualify for workers’ comp benefits.

At just 28, a man who survived war overseas only to suffer life-altering injuries, including fractures to his pelvis, spine, leg, and ankle, in a preventable fall through an unmarked elevator shaft at a local construction site. Joye Law Firm’s Attorney Melissa Mosier helped him secure over $1 million in total compensation and pushed the contractor to implement critical job site safety reforms. This case not only changed the veteran’s life, but helped ensure greater protection for other workers across South Carolina.

When Is a Workers’ Comp Settlement Typically Offered?

A workers’ compensation settlement is usually offered:

After your condition is stable, and you’ve reached maximum medical improvement (MMI)
When there’s a clear diagnosis and long-term outlook
Once you know if you’re able to return to the same job or need to change careers
When there’s a dispute over your permanent disability rating
If the insurance company wants to close the case with a final settlement

Some settlements include payments for future medical expenses, while others close out your right to future care. If the insurance company seems eager to cut you a check, you’re right to be suspicious. That’s because there’s a good chance your claim is worth a lot more than their first offer. Let Joye Law Firm explain your options and make sure your settlement reflects your total losses.