Elizabeth Watson III
Watson, P.C.
Blacksburg, Virginia · 21 Years Experience
About Elizabeth Watson III
A Blacksburg native, Elizabeth Watson III brings 21 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, she worked for the Virginia Workers' Compensation Board, giving her unique insight into how claims are evaluated. She now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Personal Injury
- Social Security Disability
Frequently Asked Questions
Elizabeth Watson 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 Virginia. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Elizabeth Watson III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Virginia, including Workers Compensation Appeals, Administrative Hearings, Denied 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 Elizabeth immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Elizabeth Watson III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 21 years of experience in Virginia workers' comp law, Elizabeth knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Elizabeth Watson III primarily serves clients in Blacksburg and the surrounding Virginia area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Virginia and were injured at work, contact Elizabeth's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. University of Pennsylvania School of Law
- Bar Virginia State Bar, admitted 2005
- Mbr Virginia Workers' Compensation Bar Association