Douglas Wagner
Justice for Workers — Wagner Law
Chantilly, Virginia · 15 Years Experience
About Douglas Wagner
After suffering a workplace injury as a young adult, Douglas Wagner decided to become the advocate he wished he had. Now with 15 years of practice behind his, he operates out of Chantilly helping workers across Virginia fight for the full benefits they deserve — often against employers and insurers with teams of attorneys on their side.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Construction Accidents
- Product Liability
Frequently Asked Questions
Douglas Wagner 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 Virginia. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Douglas Wagner handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Virginia, including Transportation Accidents, Workers Compensation, Third Party Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Virginia, 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 Douglas immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Douglas Wagner's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 15 years of experience in Virginia workers' comp law, Douglas knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Douglas Wagner primarily serves clients in Chantilly and the surrounding Virginia area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Virginia and were injured at work, contact Douglas's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Boston University School of Law
- Bar Virginia State Bar, admitted 2011
- Mbr Virginia Workers' Compensation Bar Association