Injured on the job? You have rights.
A work injury shouldn’t cost you your paycheck, your medical care, or your future. Floyd & Floyd helps injured workers across Alabama get the benefits they’re owed.
HURT AT WORK? YOU’RE NOT ALONE.
The system is complicated. You shouldn’t have to navigate it by yourself.
A workplace injury can happen in a split second — a fall from a ladder, a back strain from lifting, a machine that malfunctions, an accident on a job site. What follows usually takes much longer: doctor appointments, missed paychecks, mountains of paperwork, and an insurance adjuster who suddenly seems a lot less helpful than you expected.
Workers’ compensation law is designed to protect injured employees. But the system is dense, deadlines are short, and employers and their insurance carriers don’t always play fair. That’s where we come in.
Floyd & Floyd represents injured workers in Alabama— from initial claims to appeals of denied benefits — with the same direct, hometown approach we bring to every case.
CASES WE HANDLE
The workers’ comp matters we take on.
ON-THE-JOB INJURIES
Back injuries, broken bones, falls, burns, machinery accidents, and any injury that happens while you’re performing the duties of your job.
REPETITIVE-MOTION & OCCUPATIONAL
Carpal tunnel, rotator-cuff injuries, hearing loss, and long-term conditions caused by the nature of your work — not just one-time accidents.
DENIED OR DELAYED CLAIMS
If your claim has been denied, underpaid, or dragged out, you have the right to appeal. We handle contested claims, hearings, and appeals through each state’s workers’ comp system.
PERMANENT DISABILITY
Injuries that permanently affect your ability to work deserve long-term benefits. We help clients pursue permanent partial and permanent total disability ratings and the benefits that go with them.
IF YOU’VE JUST BEEN HURT AT WORK
The first five steps matter most.
1. Report the injury to your employer — in writing if you can. Alabama law generally requires notice within 5 days and written notice within 90 days. Waiting longer can cost you your claim.
2. Get medical care.In Alabama, your employer typically directs the initial medical care). Going to your own doctor first can create coverage issues.
3. Document everything. The date, time, and place of the injury. Who witnessed it. What you were doing. Save every form, every letter, every email, every text.
4. Don’t sign anything from the insurance carrier without review. Settlement offers, medical releases, and recorded statements can all narrow your options. Ask questions before you sign.
5. Call us. The consultation is free. If your claim is being handled fairly, we’ll tell you. If it isn’t, we’ll tell you that too.
OUR FEES
No up-front cost. Fees are set by law.
Workers’ compensation attorney fees are regulated by state law in Alabama— you don’t negotiate them, and you don’t pay anything out of pocket to hire us.
WHAT TO EXPECT
How your case moves forward.
What the process actually looks like.
01
Free Consultation
We meet, we listen, and we give you an honest read on whether your claim is being handled the way it should be — and what your options look like if it isn’t.
02
Investigation & Documentation
We pull medical records, accident reports, wage statements, and your work history. We identify what benefits you’re entitled to: medical treatment, temporary disability, permanent disability, and vocational rehab where applicable.
03
Negotiation With the Insurance Carrier
Most workers’ comp cases resolve through negotiation. We handle communication with the carrier and push for the full benefits you’re owed — including ongoing medical care and a fair disability rating.
04
Hearing Or Appeal, If Needed
If a claim is denied or underpaid, we take it to the state workers’ comp system. In Alabama, that means filing a complaint in circuit court. We prepare every case like it’s headed there — because sometimes it is.
WHY FLOYD & FLOYD
What working with us looks like.
At Floyd & Floyd, you work directly with Charles Floyd III or Charles Floyd IV — the attorney on your case is the attorney who answers your call. We know the carriers, the adjusters, and the occupational doctors who handle these claims across East Alabama, and that local knowledge shortens the path to a fair outcome. Every case is prepared from day one like it could go to a hearing, and that preparation is the reason our clients’ claims get taken seriously long before we ever get there.
★★★★★
I did not know what to expect when I filed for disability but a few people had said to go to Floyd & Floyd Attorneys. I am so glad I listened. After being turned down for disability I called Mr. Floyd. They had me come down to the office to discuss my situation and they took it from there. I was super surprised how fast Mr. Floyd was able to get my disability hearing set because everyone kept telling me it could take years. Within a few months I was at my disability hearing and with Mr. Floyd on my side I won my disability hearing case and now I am receiving my disability payments monthly. I am sure that there is no way I would have gotten the disability if it was not for Mr. Floyd. Do yourself a favor and call them if you need disability. It was the smartest thing I have done in years.
Chris B.
Macon, GA
Do I have to see the company’s doctor?
Generally, yes — at least at first. In Alabama, your employer typically designates the treating physician. There are ways to request a change of doctor, and we can help you understand your options.
Can I sue my employer for my injuries?
In most cases, no. Workers’ compensation is the “exclusive remedy” against your employer, meaning you receive benefits without having to prove fault — but you also can’t sue for pain and suffering. There are narrow exceptions (for example, injuries caused by a third party, such as a defective machine or a driver unrelated to your employer) that can support a separate personal injury claim alongside a workers’ comp claim. We’ll tell you which applies.
What if my claim has been denied?
Don’t give up — a denied claim is not the end of the process. In both states, you have the right to appeal, and a significant share of denied claims are overturned with proper legal help.
What if my employer says I can’t file a claim?
You can. Retaliation against an employee for filing a workers’ comp claim is illegal in Alabama. If your employer has threatened your job, reduced your hours, or terminated you for reporting an injury, contact us immediately.
What benefits can I receive?
Generally: medical treatment for the work injury, a portion of your lost wages while you’re unable to work (temporary disability), permanent disability benefits if you have lasting limitations, and, in some cases, vocational rehabilitation to help you return to work.
How long do I have to take action?
Deadlines are short. In Alabama, the statute of limitations is generally two years from the last compensation payment or from the date of injury if no benefits have been paid. Call sooner rather than later — these deadlines are not flexible.
Let’s Make This Right
Call, come by the office, or send us a message. Your first conversation is free, confidential, and directly with one of the attorneys.