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Theresa Adams

Salem Injury Attorneys

Salem, Massachusetts · 21 Years Experience

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About Theresa Adams

With a background in occupational medicine law, Theresa Adams brings a scientific approach to workers' comp cases in Salem, Massachusetts. Over 21 years, she has handled thousands of cases involving occupational disease, repetitive stress injuries, and complex permanent disability ratings. Insurance companies take her calls seriously.

Construction InjuriesDenied ClaimsWorkplace Accidents

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • FMLA
  • ADA Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Theresa Adams 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.

Theresa Adams handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Massachusetts, including Construction Injuries, Denied Claims, Workplace Accidents, 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 Theresa immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Theresa Adams's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 21 years of experience in Massachusetts workers' comp law, Theresa knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

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

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. University of Georgia School of Law
  • Bar Massachusetts State Bar, admitted 2005
  • Mbr Massachusetts Workers' Compensation Bar Association