Gerald Schmidt III

Gerald Schmidt 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 Alabama. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Gerald Schmidt III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Alabama, including Healthcare Worker Injuries, Needlestick Injuries, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Alabama, 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 Gerald immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Gerald Schmidt III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 5 years of experience in Alabama workers' comp law, Gerald knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

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