{"id":1193,"date":"2022-07-19T22:07:32","date_gmt":"2022-07-19T22:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/?post_type=faqs&#038;p=1193"},"modified":"2025-09-18T17:29:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T17:29:53","slug":"do-i-have-to-use-the-lawyer-my-dc-union-uses","status":"publish","type":"faqs","link":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/faqs\/do-i-have-to-use-the-lawyer-my-dc-union-uses\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I Have To Use The Lawyer My DC Union Uses?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"198\">You\u2019re not required to use your union\u2019s lawyer for your workers\u2019 comp case.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"324\">A lot of union members don\u2019t realize that. And when you\u2019re dealing with a serious injury, it matters who\u2019s in your corner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"555\">We\u2019ve helped workers in construction, plumbing, electrical, healthcare, hospitality, and other trades across the DMV. These are hard-working people in high-risk jobs\u2014people who can\u2019t afford mistakes in their workers\u2019 comp case.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"810\">And while many unions have lawyers on retainer, those attorneys often work for large firms that handle all kinds of issues\u2014employment contracts, grievances, negotiations\u2014not just workers\u2019 comp. That\u2019s a problem when you need real help after an injury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"838\">We hear it all the time:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"955\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"869\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"869\">\u201cThey never call me back.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"918\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"918\">\u201cI don\u2019t know what\u2019s going on with my case.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"955\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"955\">\u201cThey just pushed me to settle.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"987\">That\u2019s not how we do things.<\/h4>\n<p>We give our full attention to serious work injury cases\u2014nothing else. We know what it takes to get surgery approved, maximize your weekly benefits, and protect your future. And yes, we work with union reps all the time. Many refer their members to us because they trust we\u2019ll handle the case the right way.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"398\">So no\u2014you\u2019re not stuck with your union\u2019s lawyer.<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"398\">You have the right to choose the attorney who\u2019s best for you. And everything you share with us stays completely confidential. We know how important trust is\u2014especially if you\u2019re worried about upsetting your union or losing support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"508\">If you\u2019re unsure about your current lawyer, or just want real answers about your case, we\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"614\">Call us at <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"tel: 202-393-3320\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"551\">202-393-3320<\/a><\/strong><\/span> or <a class=\"cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"611\">book your <\/a><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/clientexperience\/15min?month=2025-05\">free and confidential consultation.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"722\">We have offices in Washington, DC and Alexandria, VA and proudly represent union members across the DMV.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MEbByQ5_f_U?si=SQAES7QObG1meuGr\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Related Articles:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/workers-compensation-settlement-be-impacted-by-surgery\/\">What Happens If You Need Surgery After a Workplace Injury?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/waiting-to-get-a-workers-comp-lawyer-can-cost-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waiting to get a Workers\u2019 Comp Lawyer Can Cost You<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/faqs\/what-is-a-third-party-lawsuit\/\">What Is A Third-Party Lawsuit?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1688,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","faqs_category":[18],"class_list":["post-1193","faqs","type-faqs","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","faqs_category-workers-compensation"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO Pro 5.0.4 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You don\u2019t have to use your union\u2019s lawyer. 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