Heather Wells
Wells Injury Law
Medford, Massachusetts · 10 Years Experience
About Heather Wells
Heather Wells is one of Massachusetts's most recognized workers' compensation attorneys, with 10 years of experience and thousands of satisfied clients. Operating from her Medford office, she handles cases across Massachusetts and routinely takes on the largest insurance carriers in the state.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Slip and Fall
Frequently Asked Questions
Heather Wells 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 Massachusetts. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Heather Wells handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Massachusetts, including Permanent Disability, Workers Comp Settlements, Vocational Rehabilitation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Massachusetts, 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 Wells's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 10 years of experience in Massachusetts workers' comp law, Heather knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Heather Wells primarily serves clients in Medford and the surrounding Massachusetts area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Massachusetts and were injured at work, contact Heather's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Atlanta's John Marshall Law School School of Law
- Bar Massachusetts State Bar, admitted 2016
- Mbr Massachusetts Workers' Compensation Bar Association