Pursuing Claims for Injured Workers
If you have been injured on the job, you are probably aware that you are entitled to workers' compensation. But if you were injured due to the negligence of a third party, other than your employer, you may also have a valid claim under personal injury law.
At Brock Law Offices in Lincoln, Nebraska, attorney Tony Brock helps injured workers determine whether they are entitled to additional compensation by filing personal injury claims. If it is possible, Brock Law Offices pursues those claims on behalf of injured workers and their families. Contact us for a free consultation. There is no attorney fee unless a recovery is made.
Identifying Sources of Personal Injury Compensation
Generally, you cannot bring a personal injury lawsuit against your employer or another employee. That is because the workers' compensation system is in place to provide benefits to injured workers regardless of who caused their injuries.
However, there are many situations where workers are injured through the negligent behavior of people and companies other than their employers, such as:
- General contractors or subcontractors
- Manufacturers of faulty vehicles or devices
- Maintenance facilities
- Warehouse operators
- drunk drivers
Attorney Tony Brock is experienced at bringing personal injury claims against third parties on behalf of truck drivers, construction workers and other employees injured on the job. These claims can often result in greater compensation than is available through workers' comp.
Seeking the Best Overall Results for Our Clients
There are several complex issues to be sorted out when workers have both workers' compensation claims and potential personal injury claims. These include the choice of an appropriate venue with jurisdiction over the claims.
One issue that is so important in third party claims is subrogation. Generally, it means that if you recover money from the person who is responsible for causing your injury, and you have received workers' compensation benefits, the workers' compensation insurance carrier has a right to get some or all of its money back, even before you get compensation. Having a lawyer experienced in subrogation matters is critical to protecting you and your family. What you don't know can hurt you. Generally, it is preferable to have the same lawyer handle both claims. Contact us to discuss your potential options with attorney Tony Brock.
