We spend a huge part of our lives on the job, so it should be no surprise that people are frequently injured in workplace accidents. Whether you’re working in construction, in healthcare helping patients, in law enforcement, or in retail, a sudden accident could leave you severely injured and unable to earn a paycheck. If this has happened to you, the Fromen Firm can help you get the medical treatment you need and the compensation you deserve.
If you’re injured while performing your job, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ comp is a no-fault system that may provide you with partial wage replacement, injury-related healthcare, and rehabilitation.
If another, or third, party is responsible in some way for your injuries, you may be able to file an insurance claim and or lawsuit against it as well. It may allow you to recover damages not available through workers comp, including for pain, suffering, and mental anguish.
These third-party lawsuits can include situations where:
- A driver crashed into your vehicle or a roadside worksite
- A defective tool or machine malfunctioned, causing your injury
- A subcontractor’s mistakes lead to your injury at a construction site
- The owner of a worksite didn’t provide you with a safe place to work
While workers comp is a no-fault system, a third-party lawsuit puts the burden on you to prove the defendant was negligent and caused your injuries.
If you’re injured due to a workplace accident, your situation may be more complicated than you think. Workers’ comp may just be the start of your legal rights allowing you to be fully and fairly compensated for what you suffered. You can have a free consultation with the Fromen Firm where we can discuss your accident, how New York law may apply, and your best options to receive compensation for your injuries. Please call us at 716-855-1222 or email our office at info@fromenlaw.com today.