George Powell
Powell Law Firm
Lafayette, Indiana · 30 Years Experience
About George Powell
George Powell is a board-certified workers' compensation specialist with 30 years of experience serving clients in Lafayette and throughout Indiana. His firm handles all types of work injury claims from initial filing through appeals, and he offers free consultations to all prospective clients.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Wrongful Termination
- Discrimination
Frequently Asked Questions
George Powell 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.
George Powell handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Indiana, including Transportation Accidents, Workers Compensation, Third Party Claims, 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 George immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of George Powell's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 30 years of experience in Indiana workers' comp law, George knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
George Powell primarily serves clients in Lafayette and the surrounding Indiana area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Indiana and were injured at work, contact George's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. University of Virginia School of Law
- Bar Indiana State Bar, admitted 1996
- Mbr Indiana Workers' Compensation Bar Association