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Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic Workplace Injuries: Beyond Workers' Compensation

Catastrophic workplace injuries may entitle you to compensation beyond workers' compensation through third-party claims.

Workers' Compensation Limitations

While workers' compensation provides important benefits, it has significant limitations: no compensation for pain and suffering, limited disability payments, no punitive damages, and benefits may be inadequate for catastrophic injuries requiring lifetime care.

Third-Party Claims

You may have claims against parties other than your employer:
  • Equipment manufacturers (defective machinery)
  • Property owners (premises liability)
  • Contractors and subcontractors
  • Vehicle drivers (delivery trucks, company vehicles)
  • Chemical manufacturers (toxic exposure)
  • Architects and engineers (design defects)

Common Catastrophic Workplace Injuries

Workplace accidents causing catastrophic injuries often involve: construction falls, machinery accidents, explosions and fires, electrocution, crushing injuries, toxic exposure, and transportation accidents.

Pursuing Full Compensation

Our attorneys investigate all potential sources of recovery to maximize compensation for catastrophically injured workers. This may involve filing workers' compensation claims, third-party lawsuits, and product liability claims simultaneously.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sue my employer for a catastrophic workplace injury?
Generally, workers' compensation is your exclusive remedy against your employer. However, you can sue third parties whose negligence contributed to your injury. In rare cases involving intentional misconduct, you may also be able to sue your employer.
Will filing a third-party claim affect my workers' comp benefits?
No, you can pursue both simultaneously. However, your employer's workers' comp insurer may have a lien against your third-party recovery for benefits they've paid. An experienced attorney can negotiate to minimize this impact.

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Catastrophic injuries require experienced legal representation. Contact us today.

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