Who Is Responsible For Work Injuries Caused By A Third Party?
If you sustain serious injuries at work that are caused by a third party who is not your employer, that individual or business may be financially liable for the damages. Although you cannot pursue workers’ compensation benefits, you can file a third-party liability claim. Unlike workers’ compensation, such a claim can include compensation for pain and suffering. …show more content…
What Is An Example Of Third-Party Liability?
Employers are responsible for proving a safe working environment for their employees, and in many cases, when an employee sustains injuries on the job, it is a result of the employer’s negligence; however, there are also countless ways you can sustain injuries at the hands of a third party while on the clock.
For example, if you are driving a work vehicle and get into a collision because of defective brakes or tires, you would have a third party liability claim. Likewise, if you work for a contractor and you sustain injuries in a scaffolding accident because of defective scaffolding, that could also be grounds for a third party
claim.
If you think you might have a third party liability claim, turn to a personal injury attorney from The Law Office of Gregory S. Young in Cincinnati, OH. Their firm has the experience and resources needed to help you build a strong case, and they are well versed in cases involving wrongful death, medical malpractice, and auto crashes. Visit their website to learn more about their firm, and call (513) 721-1077 to talk to a personal injury attorney who is available 24 hours a day.