Heather Gonzales III

Heather Gonzales 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 Tennessee. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Heather Gonzales III handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Tennessee, including Burn Injuries, Chemical Exposure, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Tennessee, 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 Heather immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Heather Gonzales III's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 27 years of experience in Tennessee workers' comp law, Heather knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

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