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Curtis Rivera III

Rivera Law Office

Valparaiso, Indiana · 8 Years Experience

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About Curtis Rivera III

A Valparaiso native, Curtis Rivera III brings 8 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, he worked for the Indiana Workers' Compensation Board, giving his unique insight into how claims are evaluated. He now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.

Workers CompensationOccupational DiseaseDeath Benefits

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • Personal Injury
  • Social Security Disability

Frequently Asked Questions

Curtis Rivera III works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Indiana. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Curtis Rivera III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Indiana, including Workers Compensation, Occupational Disease, Death Benefits, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Indiana, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Curtis immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Curtis Rivera III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 8 years of experience in Indiana workers' comp law, Curtis knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Curtis Rivera III primarily serves clients in Valparaiso and the surrounding Indiana area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Indiana and were injured at work, contact Curtis's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. Loyola University School of Law
  • Bar Indiana State Bar, admitted 2018
  • Mbr Indiana Workers' Compensation Bar Association