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Jerome Washington

Washington & Partners

Mentor, Ohio · 17 Years Experience

4.3/5.0 (97 client reviews) Avvo 7.9

About Jerome Washington

After suffering a workplace injury as a young adult, Jerome Washington decided to become the advocate he wished he had. Now with 17 years of practice behind his, he operates out of Mentor helping workers across Ohio fight for the full benefits they deserve — often against employers and insurers with teams of attorneys on their side.

Repetitive StressCarpal TunnelDenied Claims

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • Construction Accidents
  • Product Liability

Frequently Asked Questions

Jerome Washington 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 Ohio. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Jerome Washington handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Ohio, including Repetitive Stress, Carpal Tunnel, Denied Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Ohio, 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 Jerome immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Jerome Washington's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 17 years of experience in Ohio workers' comp law, Jerome knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Jerome Washington primarily serves clients in Mentor and the surrounding Ohio area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Ohio and were injured at work, contact Jerome's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. University of Washington School of Law
  • Bar Ohio State Bar, admitted 2009
  • Mbr Ohio Workers' Compensation Bar Association