Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Santa Fe, NM
Santa Fe runs on hospitality, state government, healthcare, and construction, and every one of those jobs carries its own risk of injury. A hotel housekeeper straining her back, a restaurant worker slipping on a wet kitchen floor, a state employee hurt in a fall, a framer injured on a new build off Cerrillos Road, all of them may be entitled to workers’ compensation under New Mexico law. Dunn Law Offices helps injured Santa Fe workers get medical care covered, wage benefits paid, and denied claims back on track.
To talk through your claim, call (505) 896-3650.
Injuries we see across Santa Fe’s economy
Because Santa Fe leans heavily on tourism and government, the injuries we see often look different from an industrial town. Common claims include:
- Back, neck, and shoulder injuries from lifting luggage, linens, and supplies in hotels and restaurants
- Slip-and-fall injuries on kitchen floors, stairs, and icy winter walkways
- Repetitive-strain injuries from cleaning, food prep, and office work
- Knee and joint injuries in construction and trades
- Burns and cuts in commercial kitchens
Whether your injury came from one accident or built up over months on the job, if it is work related you may have a claim.
What New Mexico workers’ comp provides
The New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration process provides medical care for your work injury, wage-replacement benefits if you cannot work (temporary total disability is generally two-thirds of your average weekly wage, subject to state limits), and permanent disability benefits if your injury leaves lasting impairment. If you are not receiving what New Mexico law provides, call (505) 896-3650.
Protect your claim
Under New Mexico law you generally must give your employer written notice of the accident within 15 days, so report it in writing and keep a copy. Get medical care and tell the provider it happened at work. If your claim is denied or your benefits stop, do not wait, because New Mexico sets firm deadlines. A denied workers’ compensation claim can often be challenged with the right evidence.
Why Santa Fe workers choose Dunn Law Offices
We focus on one thing: New Mexico workers’ compensation. That focus shows in how we handle cases, and we will tell you honestly where your claim stands.
Talk to a Santa Fe workers’ comp attorney
Hurt on the job in Santa Fe, or had a claim denied? Call Dunn Law Offices at (505) 896-3650 or contact us online.
Frequently asked questions
Who chooses my doctor in a Santa Fe work injury?
New Mexico law sets rules about who selects your treating health care provider during the first 60 days of care. We can explain how the rule applies to your situation.
Can part-time or seasonal hospitality workers file a claim?
Coverage under New Mexico’s Workers’ Compensation Act turns on whether the injury is work related, not on how many hours you work. Part-time, seasonal, and hourly workers can qualify.
What is the deadline to act after a denial?
In general, New Mexico gives you one year from the date benefits are refused or stopped to file a formal complaint. Because deadlines are strict, it is best to act promptly.