WE HELP WORKERS.®
Emery | Reddy, PLLC
Seattle L&I Attorneys
Employment and Labor Law, Personal Injury, and L&I — Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
30K+
Clients Since 2005
$200M+
Recovered
98%
Success Rate
80+ Years
Of Combined Experience
The Attorneys at Emery | Reddy, PLLC are passionate about helping workers with Washington State L&I claims, Employment and Labor Law issues, and Personal Injury Law. We help workers.® It’s our motto and what drives us every day.
We know how L&I and big companies think, and we understand the tactics they use. Our Seattle Labor and Industries Attorneys use that knowledge coupled with over eight decades of experience to help our clients get access to the L&I benefits to which they are legally entitled and hold employers accountable when they break the law.
With our law office location in Seattle, we serve communities throughout the region, including Vancouver, Bellevue, Everett, Olympia, Shoreline, Spokane, and Tacoma. If you’re struggling with an L&I claim, personal injury, or legal issue at work, call us for a Free Case Reiew to speak with an experienced Intake Specialist and learn how Emery | Reddy may be able to help. No fee unless we recover for you. Ask around — our reputation speaks for itself.
Injured on the job?
Seattle Employment and Labor Law, Personal Injury, and L&I Attorneys
We're here to protect you
Our Areas of Practice
L&I — Workers’ Compensation
No one expects to get injured at work, but unfortunately, it does happen. If you’ve been injured while on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, and we’re here to help you navigate your L&I claim.
The claims process is often complex, time-consuming, and filled with paperwork and legal technicalities. Without the proper resources, navigating the L&I claims process can be overwhelming. Our team of L&I and Workers’ Compensation Attorneys has eight decades of combined experience helping clients with Labor and Industries claims. We are passionate about helping Washington state workers receive the benefits to which they are entitled.
Personal Injury Law
There’s never a good time to get hurt. So when injury strikes and you need experienced legal representation, call us for a Free Case Review with an experienced Intake Specialist. Our Personal Injury Attorneys spent the first years of their careers defending and trying cases in court for the insurance companies before changing sides and fighting for the rights of workers instead.
We know how the other side thinks, and we know how to build your case with the right experts, the right trial resources, and the best motions-practice strategy. We understand how to set up a case for success at trial, and we are committed to providing quality injury representation and guidance. When you hire us, you can rely on us to be there for you when you need us the most.
Employment Law
Whether wrongfully terminated from their job or discriminated against at work, we help Washington state workers hold employers accountable for violating workers’ rights. We understand Washington state and federal employment laws and know what it takes to bring a case to court or settle a claim. Our cases have changed Washington state law in favor of workers, and we’ve gone up against big-name corporations like Amazon, Microsoft, and more.
Emery | Reddy is one of the only firms in the nation that litigates both L&I and Employment and Labor Law cases — because law firms that can’t do both are unlikely to get you the total claim award to which you may be entitled.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Are Saying
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I can't recommend them highly enough. Thoughtful, informative, and extremely diligent. Their attorneys and their staff are extremely competent and they pay attention to every detail. You will not be disappointed!
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The only lawyer you should be working with in wage theft is Tim Emery at Emery | Reddy. Tim and his team are top notch!!
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In need of a good law firm, I was lucky and found Emery | Reddy. From the start, Patrick Reddy and his colleagues were extremely attentive, helpful, transparent, and professional. They
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Working with Tim and his team was an absolute pleasure. They are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and have their client's best interests at heart. I highly recommend them!
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Excellent help and dedication. Thank you for standing up for those that get taken advantage of. It matters.
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They were communicative, helpful, honest, and direct. And when things got rough and emotions were high, they helped me move through it. I can't say enough good things about this team.
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I found them helpful, this team is smart and efficient. They know their stuff and you can tell they really care about your case!
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Tim is an amazing attorney. If you're looking for justice or restitution, Tim is your man!
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The team was easy to work with and made a stressful situation seamless.
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They were great to work with! Very communicative and made the process easy.
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Relentless and persistent. Without Emery | Reddy, none of us would have seen what was owed to us.
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This firm kept complete openness and honesty. They informed me when anything was changing or proceeding forward and gave constant updates on time lines. They are (an) all around great
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Karolina is the best I just love her! She understands me and goes above and beyond without judgment! I would recommend this firm to anyone. Thank you guys for your services and
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In months of despair and the empty feeling of not being heard, Emery | Reddy answered my prayers. I stood up to a company that did not treat me or my
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Tim Emery is fantastic! He is easy to work with and keeps you updated in a timely manner! His friendly personality makes it easy to ask him any question! Utilize
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Words cannot express how grateful I am for this respectful, professional and diligent group of workers here. I am truly in awe of this company, my L&I case would have dragged on
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Working with Tim and his team was an absolute pleasure. They are incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and have their client's best interests at heart. I highly recommend them!
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I would highly recommend Emery | Reddy law firm for personal injury, also dealing with L&I. Not only was pace of communication quick, but they were excellent in explaining intricacies of
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Emery | Reddy knows how employers manipulate the system and patiently analyze the entire situation and manage the processes in great detail and defensively. They are the best because they
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Spectacular! I am a man of few words, but why speak when you have the very best at your disposal to represent you. There is no finer. Anyone who has a
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Karolina Arthur at Emery | Reddy is simply a phenomenal person, she gave me a beacon of hope at a time when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of
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When you want justice, when you want results delivered and when it comes to advocacy for the people without a doubt, you look to Tim and the team at Emery
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I worked with Tim and the firm's wonderful paralegals on a misclassification case. It's always scary to stand up for yourself, particularly to a corporation; however, Tim and his team explained
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I am so thankful I reached out for their help and would say to anyone that finds themselves in a similar situation to inquire with them for representation! Worker’s Comp situations are
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Working with Tim and Patrick was an absolute pleasure. They are both professionals of the highest caliber, and they helped turn a difficult set of circumstances into a clearly navigable
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Tim and the Emery | Reddy team has helped me with an employment matter…and I must say, I can't say enough how grateful and happy I am with the service I have received. They
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Emery | Reddy made a very difficult experience better than I hoped for. My settlement was near the max possible. They were kind, understanding and stayed in communication with me.
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I have nothing but praise for the Emery | Reddy law firm. Every individual that I dealt with was more than willing to drop what they were doing and assist me ASAP.
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Did an intake with Kendra, she was awesome very supportive and helped guide me through steps! Highly recommend.
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Very prompt, understanding, and, Annie French was very helpful and walked me through all documents needed to be signed.
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Tim and his team is beyond fantastic, they worked on my case and words can not express how grateful I am for them! Extremely professional and very knowledgeable with great communication
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I am so impressed by this firm, they are absolutely amazing. They always get back to me quickly, take the time to answer my questions, and have been so helpful. I can
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I have recently retained Emery | Reddy for an L and I and employment case. I have been dealing with Kendra and she has been awesome, kind and caring while helping me navigate
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I highly recommend Paul, Tim, and Kendra, who were outstanding to work with. From my initial contact with the firm to litigating a successful outcome, the team was there every step
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I highly recommend Paul, Tim, and Kendra, who were outstanding to work with. From my initial contact with the firm to litigating a successful outcome, the team was there every step
See how It works
Video Tutorials
Watch to learn more about Employment and Labor Law, Personal Injury Law, and Labor and Industries claims from Emery | Reddy partners Timothy W. Emery and Patrick B. Reddy. Our video library will help you better understand your Washington state workers’ rights and how we can help you receive the benefits to which you are entitled.
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Fighting for You with Legal Expertise
With over 80 years of combined legal experience on both sides of the table, our knowledgeable and compassionate Seattle L&I and Workers’ Compensation Attorneys can help you understand your rights and determine a path forward so that you can focus on healing and getting back to work.
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At Emery | Reddy, L&I Lawyers, Paralegals, and Staff work closely with each client to develop sophisticated and individualized legal strategies designed to secure the best possible outcome for the employee. We recognize that every case is unique. Our commitment to building close personal relationships is more than just a winning strategy for practicing law — it’s also the most rewarding part of our job.
In our view, this commitment to personal attention is the key to producing benchmark results. Emery | Reddy L&I Attorneys consistently exceed expectations by combining intelligence, experience, creativity, and dedication with the greatest possible value. Year after year, firm clients, the legal industry, and the awards community have honored Emery | Reddy with top awards for our dedication and commitment to delivering results for every client.
At Emery | Reddy, L&I Lawyers, Paralegals, and Staff work closely with each client to develop sophisticated and individualized legal strategies designed to secure the best possible outcome for the employee. We recognize that every case is unique. Our commitment to building close personal relationships is more than just a winning strategy for practicing law — it’s also the most rewarding part of our job.
In our view, this commitment to personal attention is the key to producing benchmark results. Emery | Reddy L&I Attorneys consistently exceed expectations by combining intelligence, experience, creativity, and dedication with the greatest possible value. Year after year, firm clients, the legal industry, and the awards community have honored Emery | Reddy with top awards for our dedication and commitment to delivering results for every client.
FAQs
L&I Frequently Asked Questions
If you have an L&I claim or wonder if you have a work injury case, ask yourself the following:
- Have I been denied the medical care benefits to which I am legally entitled?
- Has L&I asked me to undergo an Independent Medical Exam (IME)?
- Do I have questions about the L&I claim process?
If any of the above apply to you, Emery | Reddy may be able to help.
Navigating a workers’ compensation claim can be difficult and very time-consuming, especially when you’re ill or injured. You want to focus on healing and make sure your bills are paid, but if you don’t file things properly or on time, your health, home, and job could be in jeopardy. Many individuals miss out on much-needed L&I benefits because they don’t understand what to do or how to get the most compensation for their injuries. If you are experiencing any challenges in your case, a Labor and Industries attorney can assist you. By contacting Emery | Reddy as soon as possible after you’ve been injured, we can help you avoid the common pitfalls of filing and navigating an L&I claim. Our Seattle L&I Attorneys are here for you every step of the way.
Surprisingly, no. Your employer has a legal duty to accommodate you, but they do not have to create a job for you, including light duty. This is a very complex intersection where Labor and Industries and Employment Law meet. Consulting with a Labor and Industries attorney who also practices Employment Law — like the L&I attorneys at Emery | Reddy — can help you understand your rights in this area.
Emery | Reddy, PLLC is the only law firm in Washington state that is equipped to provide comprehensive representation on your case from every angle. Our Seattle L&I Attorneys thoroughly assess every case to determine if our clients have additional claims, and at times this can extend far beyond the underlying workers’ compensation claim.
If you have been injured in the workplace, call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review and to learn about how we may be able to help you with your claim.
A Labor and Industries disability pension is a special category of pension only awarded to the most severely injured workers in Washington state. If you are eligible for an L&I disability pension, you will receive a non-taxable payment every month for the rest of your life.
Under Washington state law (WAC 296-14-150), gainful employment is defined as a regular occupation (in any position) for income, salary, or wages. If your doctor or Vocational Counselor says that you cannot ever work again because of a job-related injury or illness, you may be entitled to Labor and Industries disability pension benefits.
It’s not easy to win an L&I disability pension — you must be committed to the process. As these lifetime benefits are so valuable, the system is set up to derail your claim at every step along the way.
The process involves complicated bureaucratic hurdles and red tape, along with consultations with L&I Claims Managers, employers, Vocational Counselors, and Independent Medical Examiners who do not always have your best interests in mind. These parties have blocked many workers before you and will try to stop you from securing an L&I disability pension. An experienced L&I attorney with a proven track record of avoiding those traps is your best bet for successfully navigating the system.
You have the right to record an Independent Medical Examination (IME) using audio and/or video. If you would like to record, you or your representative must formally notify the IME provider of your intent to record the examination no fewer than seven days in advance. The IME provider should supply any equipment associated with recording the examination; however, it is wise to be prepared with a recording device of your own that you can set down for the duration of the Independent Medical Exam.
Just as it is your right to record the examination, it is the IME provider’s right to deny your request if they do not consent to be recorded. In order to accommodate both parties, the IME scheduler will cancel the Independent Medical Exam (IME) and attempt to schedule your examination with a provider who does consent to be recorded. Some providers only allow recording in their examinations under the condition that they also record a copy for themselves, in which case you may be asked to consent to co-recording. For additional details regarding your rights and obligations regarding recording of IME examinations, please visit the L&I website.
If you are injured at work, you have three options to file a Washington state L&I claim:
- File by phone at 877.561.3453.
- File online through the L&I website’s File Fast tool.
- File at your doctor’s office.
Note that if you work with a self-insured employer (SIE), you must file your claim directly with them. Contact your employer’s personnel department for help.
To file an L&I claim in Washington state, you must provide the following:
- The location where the injury occurred
- Contact information for any witnesses to the injury
- Employer information
- Wage information
- Names and birth dates of your dependents
If you have already seen a doctor:
- Your doctor’s first and last name
- The hospital or clinic where you received treatment
If you are eligible for time-loss and no further information is needed, L&I or your self-insured employer (SIE) will send the first benefit check within 14 days of receiving the report. If your doctor is one of the many healthcare providers that do not handle workers’ compensation claim cases, you can find an L&I-approved doctor on the L&I website. If your L&I claim is approved, the State will cover the initial visit even if it wasn’t with one of their approved doctors.
Injured workers have access to a number of L&I benefits designed to replace lost income, cover medical costs, and even account for long-term consequences of an industrial injury. Everyone has the right to these benefits, but maximizing your benefits and compensation can be challenging if you’re unfamiliar with the claims process and what evidence to provide.
Call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review and to learn how we may be able to help you with your claim.
If you feel that you are owed damages or have questions regarding class actions, call Emery | Reddy today to speak to an experienced Intake Specialist for a Free Case Review to learn more about how we may be able to help you with your claim.
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