Evelyn Ruiz
Workers Comp Law of Danville
Danville, Virginia · 12 Years Experience
About Evelyn Ruiz
Evelyn Ruiz is a board-certified workers' compensation specialist with 12 years of experience serving clients in Danville and throughout Virginia. Her firm handles all types of work injury claims from initial filing through appeals, and she offers free consultations to all prospective clients.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Employment Law
- Disability Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
Evelyn Ruiz 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.
Evelyn Ruiz handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Virginia, including Workers Compensation, Psychological Injuries, Stress 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 Evelyn immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Evelyn Ruiz's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 12 years of experience in Virginia workers' comp law, Evelyn knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Evelyn Ruiz primarily serves clients in Danville and the surrounding Virginia area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Virginia and were injured at work, contact Evelyn's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. University of New Mexico School of Law
- Bar Virginia State Bar, admitted 2014
- Mbr Virginia Workers' Compensation Bar Association