Schuster Jachetti LLP represents workers injured on the job in Smyrna, Delaware. Founded in 1998, the firm operates four Delaware offices including a Smyrna location. 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.
Smyrna is a central Delaware employment crossroads with state correctional facilities, warehouse and distribution operations along US-13, retail and service employers, and agricultural and trades workers. Many residents commute to nearby Dover, Middletown, and New Castle County jobs. We represent correctional staff, warehouse workers, healthcare staff, retail employees, and skilled trades workers injured at job sites throughout the Smyrna area.
Common Workers Compensation Cases We Handle in Smyrna
- 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 Smyrna 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 protection against retaliation.
Schuster Jachetti LLP works on a contingency fee — no upfront cost. Read more about contingency fees.
How Insurance Companies Handle Smyrna Workers Comp Claims
Joseph Jachetti spent ten years as an insurance claims adjuster before practicing law. He knows how carriers dispute Smyrna 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 Smyrna client.
Steps to Take After a Workplace Injury in Smyrna
- 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 Smyrna from Our Smyrna Office
Our Smyrna office is local to the central Delaware corridor. 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna office?
No. Free consultation by phone, video, or in person. We can come to you if you cannot travel.
What if my Smyrna 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna Workers Comp Lawyer Today
Call our Smyrna office at (302) 775-0728 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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