New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Attorneys

At DearLegal, we connect you with experienced New Hampshire workers' comp attorneys who handle claims before the New Hampshire Department of Labor. From manufacturing and aerospace across the Manchester-Nashua-Portsmouth corridor, to healthcare statewide, to construction and trades, we'll match you with the right attorney at no cost to get started.

Notice to the employer within 2 years under RSA 281-A:19, and the formal claim must be filed within 3 years of injury or manifestation under RSA 281-A:21-a. New Hampshire has one of the more generous SOL frameworks in the country.

You do. New Hampshire is an employee-choice state under RSA 281-A:23-b — workers pick their own treating physician. The insurer can require an IME but cannot direct care.

New Hampshire attorney fees in workers' comp are subject to Department of Labor approval — typically in the 20%–25% range. Third-party tort claims run on standard 33%–40% contingency outside the comp system.

Generally no — exclusive remedy under RSA 281-A:8. Narrow intentional-injury exception. Third-party claims against non-employers (equipment makers, contractors, negligent drivers) are not barred.

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard workers are federal employees covered by FECA (5 U.S.C. § 8101) or in some cases LHWCA — not New Hampshire state comp. Classification is critical.

New Hampshire pays 60% of AWW under RSA 281-A:28 (lower than 66 2/3%). However, the state caps weekly benefits at the state AWW, not a lower percentage, and supplemental benefits under § 281-A:28-a fill gaps. Total benefit value can be competitive with higher-percentage states.

New Hampshire recognizes a retaliatory-discharge claim under RSA 281-A:53-a and Cilley v. Sun Microsystems for terminating an employee for filing a workers' comp claim.

Why Do You Need a Workers' Compensation Attorney in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire's Workers' Compensation Act (RSA 281-A) is administered by the New Hampshire Department of Labor. Indemnity benefits pay 60% of AWW under RSA 281-A:28 — lower than the 66 2/3% used in most states, but with substantial supplemental wage-loss benefits available. New Hampshire is an employee-choice doctor state under RSA 281-A:23-b — workers pick their own treating physician. Manufacturing (BAE Systems, Lonza, Hypertherm, Globe Manufacturing), healthcare (Dartmouth Health, Catholic Medical Center, Elliot Health), and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (federal — falls outside state comp) drive the claim docket. Attorney fees are subject to Department approval. An experienced New Hampshire attorney secures the right impairment rating, properly classifies federal/maritime overlap, and preserves third-party claims.

When Do You Need a Workers' Compensation Attorney in New Hampshire?

Our network includes New Hampshire workers' compensation attorneys who handle every kind of case, including:

Types of Workers' Compensation Cases in New Hampshire

From the moment you connect with a New Hampshire workers' compensation attorney, they go to work protecting your claim. The most common case types we handle:

Missing the 2-year notice or 3-year filing deadline under RSA 281-A:19, 21-a

Accepting state comp when FECA or LHWCA applies (Portsmouth Naval Shipyard)

Failing to exercise the employee-choice doctor right under § 281-A:23-b

Accepting an impairment rating without an IME

Settling before reaching MMI and addressing future medical needs

Missing a § 281-A:13 third-party claim against equipment makers, contractors, or at-fault drivers

Missing the 2-year notice or 3-year filing deadline under RSA 281-A:19, 21-a

Accepting state comp when FECA or LHWCA applies (Portsmouth Naval Shipyard)

Failing to exercise the employee-choice doctor right under § 281-A:23-b

Accepting an impairment rating without an IME

Settling before reaching MMI and addressing future medical needs

Missing a § 281-A:13 third-party claim against equipment makers, contractors, or at-fault drivers

Common New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Mistakes

Even a small misstep can hurt your case. Here’s what to avoid:

How Much Do New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Attorneys Cost?

20%

Typical starting contingency fee — you pay nothing unless your attorney recovers compensation for you.

New Hampshire workers' comp attorney fees are subject to Department of Labor approval, typically running 20%–25% of contested benefits. Third-party tort claims (motor vehicle, product liability, contractor) run outside the comp system on standard 33%–40% personal-injury contingency.

What Can Your New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Compensation Include?

Medical Benefits

Reasonable and necessary medical treatment under RSA 281-A:23, including future medical when needed for the work injury.

Temporary Total Disability (TTD)

60% of average weekly wage under RSA 281-A:28, capped at the state average weekly wage.

Diminished Earning Capacity

Benefits under § 281-A:31 for workers who return at reduced wages because of the injury.

Permanent Impairment Award

Lump-sum scheduled and unscheduled impairment award under RSA 281-A:32 based on AMA-based impairment rating.

Permanent Total Disability (PTD)

Lifetime weekly benefits under § 281-A:28 when the worker can't return to gainful employment.

Death Benefits

Weekly benefits to surviving spouse and dependents under RSA 281-A:26, plus burial expenses.

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DearLegal is a legal referral service, not a law firm. We connect individuals with licensed attorneys who can evaluate their case. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice. Results vary based on individual circumstances.

New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Attorneys

Why Do You Need a Workers' Compensation Attorney in New Hampshire?

When Do You Need a Workers' Compensation Attorney in New Hampshire?

Types of Workers' Compensation Cases in New Hampshire

Common New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Mistakes

How Much Do New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Attorneys Cost?

What Can Your New Hampshire Workers' Compensation Compensation Include?

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