Serving the injured workers of Waldorf, Lexington Park, and all of Southern Maryland for over 30 years
Looking for qualified workers’ compensation attorneys in Waldorf and the surrounding area? Consider us – the oldest law firm in Waldorf. At Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett, we have been handling Worker’s Comp claims in Waldorf, Lexington Park, and all of Southern Maryland for over 30 years.
We know the system. We know the rules. And we know how to force the workers’ comp insurance company to do what they are supposed to do.
Tucker Clagett, our primary workers’ compensation attorney, has personally been handling & litigating workers’ compensation cases for over 25 years.
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I have been dealing with tucker and Amanda since November of 2020. They have been helpful, informative, and got me the best resolution for my settlement. It was a long 3 years of back and forth to drs and dealing with everything but it all finally came to an end. Thank you for the help.
Donesha Elliott
2023-10-04
This company is the best law firm you can work with. They have great response time and they care so much about what’s best for you and not what’s best for them. I would recommend Tucker Clagett services a million times.
Rose Rosier
2023-07-25
The process was easy and explained every step of the way. Great staff and accomidated my new work schedule. Would recommend if any legal problems.
Katie Montgomery
2023-05-26
One of the best lawyers out there! Didn’t have to go to court for my workers comp claim and he made the entire process easy. While it was stressful to wait he answered all of my questions quickly. Talking to him was very comfortable, like talking to a friend. Never had to wait for a return phone call always got to speak with his para legal, Amanda who is also a very down to earth most caring person!
They both went above and beyond and I cannot thank them enough for what they’ve done for me.
I will be back for any other services I may need SOMD Law for.
Very affordable and professional.
I would recommend this office to any friend or person in need of a 5 star lawyer! Thank you to Office of SOMD Law!
Quon Wilson
2023-05-18
This firm is excellent! I greatly appreciate the detailed counsel provided to me by Mr. David Gormley who guided me to the best attorney to meet my unique needs. I am very happy with the outcome and I am grateful for Mr. Gormley’s counsel and recommendation.
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2023-04-05
It was a rewarding experience talking to Mr Clagett. He provided me with information that i requested which was very helpful
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2023-02-25
wow....no other words to say. My attorney, Mr. Clagett was an awesome attorney to work with, he was very patient and very understanding to my concerns and issues. Not only did Mr. Clagett gain my trust as my attorney, but he also gained a good friend. I would highly recommend this firm for any legal issues you may have. THE BEST!!!
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2023-02-23
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Whitney Staples
2023-01-13
Fantastic office and staff. Extremely kind, patient and professional from the first phone call with the receptionist, to walking in the office and every interaction thereafter. Tucker Clagett answered every question quickly and kept me informed during the entire process. I felt extremely comfortable and a tremendous weight lifted off my shoulders after the initial consultation. If you are in need of a lawyer, I highly recommend Tucker Clagett with Southern Maryland Law.
Shanetta Cole
2022-12-07
I would like to say that Sounthern Maryland Law is the Absolute Best Firm!!!! Everyone there was so kind, caring, understanding, and welcoming. Mr. Tucker Clagett is the attorney, which handled my case. He was attentive, and knowledgeable about my situation. I would definitely recommend anyone in need of council to this Firm. Thank you again Mr. Tucker Clagett for your help!!!!
With years of local experience, we have likely handled a workers’ comp case similar to yours in the past. That knowledge and expertise is what you get when you hire an experienced Waldorf workers’ compensation lawyer at Southern Maryland Law to handle your workers’ compensation claim.
Free Online Legal Advice– We are the only local law firm giving you free legal advice right here on our website. You should be informed before you hire an attorney. We make that easy.
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No Fee Unless You Win – Our Waldorf workers’ compensation attorney works on a contingency basis. You pay no fee up front, and no fee at all unless you win your case. Then you pay a percentage of your final award that is set by, and regulated by, state law. We advance all costs and recover them at the end of the case. All consultations are 100% no obligation.
Hire a Truly Local Workers’ Compensation Lawyer – Our trusted Southern Maryland workers’ compensation attorneys serve clients in Charles County, St. Mary’s County, Calvert County and Prince George’s County. We know the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission, and we know the local court systems in La Plata, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick, and Upper Marlboro. Learn more about us here.
We don’t drive down to Southern Maryland to handle occasional workers’ compensation claims. We live here!
What To Do Now – If you have a work related injury, our workers’ compensation attorneys in Waldorf can help. Contact us for a consultation. We will review the facts of your workers’ compensation claim, explain Maryland law as it applies to you, and make sure your rights are protected.
The Maryland workers’ compensation system is not user friendly. It is very complicated. And it can be very scary when you are suddenly injured and out of work. Our workers’ compensation lawyers in Waldorf and Lexington Park know what to do to navigate that system and get your life back to normal.
Maryland Workers' Compensation Guide
Do you know your legal rights under the Maryland workers’ comp system? Is the insurance company doing the right thing in your case? Help is there. But you must know your rights, and jump through the correct hoops, to get that help.
Protect yourself now. Do not let the insurance company deny your rights under the law.
We are your Maryland workers’ compensation legal team, and we wrote this Free Legal Guide so you can quickly & easily discover the answers to your legal questions. Know your options and be informed before you make big decisions about your workers comp case.
You can learn a lot in just 15 minutes by reading this guide now.
When you hire our law firm for your legal case, you don’t just hire a single lawyer, you hire a team. Each practice area has at least two attorneys who handle that area of law, so you have backup when you need it. Our paralegals are highly trained and have lots of experience. Plus they are unfailingly nice & pleasant to work with. You will love working with them!
Tucker Clagett, Attorney
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Tucker Clagett is a Partner at Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett. He has one of the largest Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation practices in Southern Maryland. He is an experienced litigator, winning jury trials in courts around the state, and successfully litigating appeals in Maryland’s Appellate Courts.
Tucker is very active in the community and loves to serve through various community groups and non-profit agencies, some of which he created. Tucker has served on the Board of Directors of multiple agencies trying to improve conditions for those living without running water in Nanjemoy. He is also a member of the Mason Springs Conservancy, which purchased an environmentally sensitive piece of land along the Mattawoman Creek to protect it from pollution while leaving it open to local fisherman who have been fishing there for decades.
Tucker was born & raised in Upper Marlboro. He lives with his family in La Plata.
You must be an “employee” of the company for which you work; and
You must have suffered an injury or illness within the scope of your employment.
If you meet both of these requirements, then it is likely that you will qualify for workers’ compensation benefits.
Who Is an Employee?
Most workers in Maryland are employees. If you go to work every day, receive a regular paycheck with income tax withholdings, and receive a W-2 at the end of the year, then you are probably eligible to receive benefits. However, even if you do not (if your boss gives you a 1099, for example), you could still have the right to make a workers’ compensation claim. You should discuss your legal rights with Southern Maryland workers’ compensation attorneys promptly.
When Is an Injury in the Scope of Employment?
To be eligible for workers’ compensation, your injury or illness must have occurred within the scope of your employment. This can include many things you would not necessarily think of as being “work.” The key fact you need to know is that you do not necessarily need to be doing your job when your injury occurs.
For example, if you slipped while walking to the bathroom or suffered an injury in a collision while driving between job sites, your accident would still fall “within the scope of your employment.” If you have any doubts, questions, or concerns about your eligibility, you should speak with a Waldorf workers’ compensation lawyer. It is a consultation so you have nothing to lose!
When Might You Not Be Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
Some of the potential grounds for non-payment of workers’ compensation benefits in Maryland include:
Your injury occurred while you were commuting to work. As a general rule, commuting does not fall “within the scope of your employment.” However, your accident could be covered if you were running a job-related errand on the way to work.
You were drunk, high, or engaging in horseplay. If you got injured because you were doing something unreasonably dangerous and not required by your job, then your injury might not be covered.
You did not file your workers’ compensation claim on time. As we discuss below, you must file your claim on time to protect your right to workers’ compensation.
Your employer is not required to provide workers’ compensation coverage. While Maryland law requires the vast majority of employers to provide coverage, there are a few exceptions.
However, you should speak with a workers’ compensation lawyer regardless of the circumstances surrounding your work-related injury or illness. The law is complicated, and the costs of your injury or illness could be substantial.
At Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett, we provide consultations for workers comp cases. One of our Waldorf workers’ compensation lawyers will be happy to discuss your situation in confidence. We represent injured workers in Waldorf, Lexington Park, and other areas in Southern Maryland.
What Benefits Am I Eligible to Receive For A Workers’ Comp Claim?
In Maryland, employees who suffer job-related injuries and illnesses are eligible to receive four main types of workers’ compensation benefits. These are:
Medical benefits to cover your treatment costs;
Wage replacement benefits that cover 66% of your weekly wage;
Permanent partial disability benefits based on the long-term effects of your injury or illness; and
Vocational rehabilitation benefits if you need help finding a new job.
To protect your legal rights after suffering a job-related injury or illness, there are two deadlines you need to meet. First, you must report your injury or illness to your employer within 10 days. (But this is usually excused by law, so don’t let this stop you from filing a claim. Always ask an attorney!)
Second, if you do not receive the benefits to which you are entitled, you must file a formal claim with the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission within two years (or one year if you are seeking benefits for an occupational illness) from the date of accident. As long as you contact our workers’ compensation attorneys in Waldorf before your deadline expires, we can help you file your claim on time.
What do I do next?
If you have suffered injury or illness on the job, what should you do next? We encourage you to read our free legal guide to workers’ compensation cases for additional information about your rights. If you think you may be eligible for benefits, we invite you tocontact us for a consultation.
Since consultations about workers’ compensation cases are 100% free, you have nothing to lose by contacting us now to discuss your case. Make sure you are getting exactly what the law says you are entitled to.
In addition to speaking with a workers’ compensation legal team, it is important that you see a doctor promptly. Not only will seeking prompt treatment help ensure that you are able to recover as fully and quickly as possible, but it will also help protect your claim for benefits. If you wait to see a doctor, your employer’s insurance company may try to claim that you did not suffer your injury or illness on the job.
You also need to report your injury or illness to your employer right away. As discussed above, you have 10 days to notify your employer. You can do this on your own, or you can ask your lawyer for advice first.
Securing full workers’ compensation benefits is not easy, and it is not something you have to do on your own. Contact Southern Maryland Law now to get the help you need to recover.
Our experienced legal team also handle clients with other types of injury cases, including:
I was involved in a motorcycle collision in 2013, it required a year of physical therapy, and 38 days in the hospital. Tucker Clagett worked with my wife and I while managing all legal affairs for us. I had to only focus on my recover while he and his staff handled all other aspects of the claim process. Professional and fair in all aspects.
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This law firm was absolutely the best! All the stuff was so friendly and the lawyer that took care of my case was amazing. Tucker Clagett and his paralegals were great. This is a really caring law firm and I would recommend anyone who has to deal with workers comp to this lawyer or anyone to this law firm.
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If you are looking for the best legal representation possible, I would highly recommend David Gormley. I can assure you that you will receive competent legal advice that includes a sensitive ear and a willingness
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My consultation with D'Erra Jackson was excellent and very professional. I felt that she was very patient with me and answered all of my questions. She prepared me for what to expect and did not sugar coat the truth without being crass or offensive. She also took the time to give me options on what I should try to make sure I received a fair deal. With her preparation, we were able to work out an agreement that works for my situation. Thank you!
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From the first time that when I met with Attorney Gormley he was attentive and showed concerned about my situation. He was very strategic about his approach to my situation. The staff is very professional and proficient. I would recommend him and use him on my future legal matters. Thank you for being genuine and sincere and caring about your clients and their best interests.
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I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for all your efforts on my behalf which resulted in a resounding victory today in Court. I appreciated your pleasant, patient demeanor, which helped me to know I handed over my car accident case to the right Firm. Thank you for your evident hard-work ethic, your thoroughness, and your high level of professionalism. I will highly recommend your Firm to friends and family should they be in a similar situation such as mine.
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Several years ago, I used this law firm to help me write a will after my divorce. This year, I went to them again, this time with a renter dispute. I was very surprised when I found out that the consultation was free because I was a former client. Plus, I still received the same excellent service and legal help that I needed. I will definitely continue to use Southern Maryland Law for all of my legal needs.
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I HIGHLY recommend Tucker Clagett, as an attorney. He is very knowledgeable, dedicated, sympathetic, honest, and has excellent communication skills. I was in a traumatic car accident. From the moment I first spoke with Tucker, I knew he was a one of kind. He is very down to earth and he makes you feel like you are his ONE and ONLY client. My case ended HIGHLY in my favor, thanks to Tucker and his firm.
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Why Choose Southern Maryland Law?
We are your community law firm
We have been a vibrant part of Waldorf for over 60 years. Waldorf has been very good to us, and we try to repay that kindness with community service. We believe giving back to our Waldorf community is part of our job.
The senior law firm in Waldorf
We are the oldest law firm in Waldorf, and the 2nd oldest in all of Southern Maryland! We have stayed busy because we get results and treat our clients right. We would never have lasted this long if we did not.
Large enough, yet small enough
We are large enough to provide full service, but small enough to focus on you. The large firms that have satellite offices in Waldorf have dozens of attorneys who don’t live here. They use case managers to handle their clients. At Southern Maryland Law, you will be a name – not a number.
Not your grandfather’s law firm
While our firm has been around a long time, we are not what you think lawyers are like. We pride ourselves on being a little more approachable, a little more casual, and a little more likeable than the average lawyer. We are real people with real solutions to your real problems.
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