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We can help. **A sudden injury or disabling medical condition can put you out of work**, jeopardizing your financial security and making it difficult for you to make ends meet. We understand the challenges of workers’ compensation law and the personal injury claims process. Our Washington workers’ compensation and personal injury lawyers will fight to secure compensation for you as quickly as possible. At The Walthew Law Firm, we’re in the business of helping people, not businesses or insurance companies. We combine compassion for our clients with over 90 years of experience and knowledge. If you’ve been injured, call us right away. After a free consultation, we’ll tell you if and when you may need an attorney. We’ll be a strong legal advocate to look out for your best interest and fully safeguard your rights. Contact us at 206-483-1091. ### Find out now if you have a case. **If you’ve been injured, call us right away.** After a free consultation, we’ll tell you if and when you may need an attorney. We’ll be a strong legal advocate to look out for your best interest and fully safeguard your rights. Contact us at 206-483-0433. ### L&I Washington State: We Understand the Workers’ Compensation Claims Process The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is the agency responsible for handling most workers’ compensation claims. If you were hurt on the job, you might be eligible to file a Washington L&I claim to seek medical coverage, rehabilitative care, time loss compensation, disability benefits, vocational training, and other payments. To file a Washington L&I claim, an injured worker must see a doctor, and they must submit the official report accident form. Notably, there are strict deadlines that you must comply with when filing for workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, in far too many cases injured workers struggle to get access to full and fair workers’ compensation benefits that they are entitled to. If you were injured on the job and your workers’ compensation claim was denied, underpaid, or if you have questions, we are here to help. Please contact our WA workers’ compensation attorneys today. ### We Protect the Rights of Workers in Washington At The Walthew Law Firm, our law firm represents injured workers. If you were injured on the job and your L&I claim was denied, you need professional legal support. To schedule a free consultation with a Washington workers’ compensation attorney, please contact our Seattle law office today. ## Latest News Affecting Workers If you need advice about how this impacts you and your family, [contact us](https://www.walthew.com/contact/) [2026 Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) for WA L&IJune 30, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/understanding-cost-of-living-adjustments-cola-for-washington-state-workers-compensation/) [What You Should Know About Independent Medical Evaluations In Washington StateMay 19, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/independent-medical-evaluation-ime/) [Common Mistakes That Could Ruin Your L&I ClaimMay 7, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/these-critical-mistakes-may-ruin-your-li-claim/) [Washington Workers’ Compensation Occupational Disease ClaimsMarch 27, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/washington-workers-compensation-understanding-occupational-disease-claims/) [Can I get Worker’s Compensation Benefits After a Loved One Passes Away?February 12, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/can-i-get-a-workers-compensation-benefits-after-a-loved-one-passes-away/) [How to Protest or Appeal L&I’s DecisionJanuary 22, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/protesting-or-appealing-an-unfavorable-li-decision/) [How a Government Shutdown Impacts L&IJanuary 14, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/government-shut-down-and-l-i/) [Can You Receive Workers’ Comp for Emotional Distress in Washington State?January 6, 2026](https://www.walthew.com/workers-comp-emotional-distress/) [Everything You Should Know About Structured SettlementsDecember 18, 2025](https://www.walthew.com/what-structured-settlement/) [What to Know About Maximum Medical Improvement and Washington State Workers’ Compensation ClaimsOctober 15, 2025](https://www.walthew.com/maximum-medical-improvement/) [More News](#) ### Our clients are saying: “I just wanted to reiterate how excited we are for how everything worked out in this fight for a lifetime pension. We are very grateful for all the hard work you and Patrick have put in working on this case for such a long time and being able to prevail! That you very much again!” Viktor “Words cannot express how grateful we are for your help in our L&I case. I am confident we could not have secured better representation.” Michelle “I want to let you know that I truly appreciate all the efforts you put into ensuring that I received what is due to me. I really thank you for your thoughtfulness, care and kind words.” Olu “There are no words to express my gratitude for all the help you have given me during this part of my journey over the many years. The Walthew Law Firm lawyers and office people are the very best.” Chris < \> [View all client testimonials >](https://www.walthew.com/testimonials/) ### Over 70 4-5 Star Reviews #### From People just like you! 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Our deep institutional knowledge, established experience, and proven results make us well-respected by all parties involved in a claim, including claims managers, consultants, self-insured administrators, doctors, and attorneys. ## We get results. We know how the system works and can help you with your claim. We have seen nearly every type of injury, from those that cause temporary or permanent disability to those that may require retraining you for your new career. Some common injuries we have worked with include: * [Denied Benefits Claims](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/denied-benefits-and-appeals/) * [Shoulder injuries](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/shoulder-injuries/) * [Neck and back injuries](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/neck-and-back-injuries/) * [Carpal tunnel and upper extremity conditions](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/carpal-tunnel-upper-extremity-injuries/) * [Hip and knee injuries](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/hip-and-knee-injuries/) * [Depression resulting from physical injuries](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/depression/) ### Learn about the Walthew Difference Learn more about: * [Workers' Comp](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-workers-compensation-attorney/) * [Personal Injury](https://www.walthew.com/seattle-personal-injury-attorney/) ## Our Attorneys [ Patrick C. 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