Work related injuries and Workers Compensation

If a worker is injured because of the negligence of his employer or a colleague and the employer carries workers’ compensation insurance, the worker may be restricted in filing a legal claim other than through workers’ compensation.

Workers’ compensation is a type of no-fault coverage that allows for injured employees to seek damages. In exchange, they give up their ability to sue their employers for additional damages, although there are exceptions to this general rule. Also, an injured worker may look into the possibility of third-party liability.

If a worker is injured as a result of someone’s else’s negligence outside of their direct employer, such as a subcontractor or a manufacturer of faulty equipment, then the situation becomes more complex.  In such cases, a skilled lawyer becomes indispensable. They can investigate the circumstances surrounding the injury, identify all potential liable parties, and determine the appropriate legal course of action.  This might involve filing a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party or parties, seeking damages beyond what workers’ compensation may offer.

The lawyer’s ability to identify the root cause of the injury and navigate the legal complexities can make a significant difference in the outcome of the case and the compensation received by the injured worker.

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Here are a few of the ways that the Bagby work injury lawyers can help:

Determine the lasting effects of your injuries.

Working with the best doctors and experts, we discover the full scope of your injuries so we can fight for fair compensation for you. Often people think their issues will go away with treatment, but those injuries can often come back after a person stops treating them.

Interact with the insurance companies and help you get your medical bills paid.

We deal with the insurance companies and “safety managers” (often known as company men) who are often trying to protect themselves by blaming you rather than determine what the root cause of the accident really was.

Investigate the cause of the accident to make sure the responsible people and companies are held accountable.

If for example you were injured by a faulty piece of machinery, the manufacturer may also be held responsible. We are willing to engage the best experts to understand who is truly at fault for your injury.