Schuster Jachetti LLP represents workers injured on the job in Dover, Delaware. Founded in 1998, the firm operates four Delaware offices and serves Dover-area workers from our Georgetown location with additional support from our Smyrna office. Workers compensation cases are taken on a contingency fee basis. Joseph M. Jachetti, Delaware Bar #003744, has handled Delaware workers comp claims, appeals, and Industrial Accident Board hearings for over 25 years.
Dover hosts large public-sector employers including state government, Dover Air Force Base civilian operations, Bayhealth Kent campus healthcare workers, and warehouse, distribution, and retail employers along US-13 and DE-1. We represent office workers, healthcare staff, warehouse and distribution employees, retail workers, and skilled trades workers injured at job sites throughout Dover.
Common Workers Compensation Cases We Handle in Dover
- On-the-job injuries from lifting, falls, and equipment incidents — Delaware On-the-Job Injury Lawyer
- Denied claims and appeals before the Industrial Accident Board — Delaware Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim Lawyer
- Occupational disease from chemical or repeated exposure — Delaware Occupational Disease Lawyer
- Repetitive stress injuries including carpal tunnel — Delaware Repetitive Stress Injury Lawyer
- Back, neck, and shoulder injuries — Delaware Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
- Permanent impairment ratings and disputed disability findings — Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
How Delaware Law Applies to Dover Workers Comp Cases
Delaware workers compensation is governed by Title 19. Injured workers must report the injury to their employer within 90 days under 19 Del. C. § 2341, and the statute of limitations to file a petition is generally two years under 19 Del. C. § 2361. Benefits may include medical treatment, total or partial disability payments, and permanency awards. Delaware law generally provides that employers cannot retaliate against workers who file a claim.
Schuster Jachetti LLP works on a contingency fee — no upfront cost. Read more about contingency fees.
How Insurance Companies Handle Dover Workers Comp Claims
Joseph Jachetti spent ten years as an insurance claims adjuster before practicing law. He knows how carriers dispute Dover workers comp claims: arguing the injury did not happen at work, sending injured workers to an IME, terminating benefits early, surveillance, and pressuring quick settlements. Schuster Jachetti uses that knowledge for every Dover client.
Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury in Dover
- Get medical attention immediately and document the injury
- Report the injury to your employer in writing within 90 days
- Do not give a recorded statement to the workers comp carrier without legal counsel
- Keep all medical records, work restrictions, and pay stubs
- Contact a Delaware attorney before signing any release or settlement
Serving Dover from Our Georgetown Office
Our Georgetown office is one of two offices that serve the Dover area. We can meet at our office, by phone, by video, or come to you if your injuries prevent travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Dover workers comp lawyer cost?
Contingency fee — no upfront cost. How Does the Contingency Fee Work for Delaware Personal Injury Cases.
Do I have to come to your Georgetown office?
No. Free consultation by phone, video, or in person. We can come to you if you cannot travel.
What if my Dover workers comp claim was denied?
You may file a petition with the Delaware Industrial Accident Board. Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim Lawyer.
How long do I have to report a Dover workplace injury?
90 days notice for WC under 19 Del. C. § 2341, with a two-year SOL under 19 Del. C. § 2361. Full guide.
Can I be fired for filing workers comp in Delaware?
Delaware law generally provides protection against retaliation for filing a workers comp claim.
Talk to a Dover Workers Comp Lawyer Today
Call our Georgetown office at (302) 877-9524 for a free, confidential consultation. Joseph M. Jachetti, Delaware Bar #003744, has experience handling workers comp cases for over 25 years.
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Serving Dover, Delaware from our Georgetown office
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This page provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.