Melissa Hamilton

Melissa Hamilton 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 New Mexico. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Melissa Hamilton handles all types of workers' compensation cases in New Mexico, including Construction Injuries, Scaffold Accidents, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In New Mexico, 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 Melissa immediately after any workplace injury.

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

Melissa Hamilton primarily serves clients in Hobbs and the surrounding New Mexico area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in New Mexico and were injured at work, contact Melissa's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.