Thursday, February 17, 2022

Can I Sue My Employer For a Job Injury

 

Suing Employer for Injury


Since we have a great many rights and freedoms in this country, you can basically sue anyone for anything. You can sue your boss if you are hurt on the job, but the greater questions are should you and how. This blog post from the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman will discuss suing an employer for injury.

Workers’ compensation generally protects employers against lawsuits, but there are exceptions. Your employer not only has to pay you, but they also have to protect you at work. If the company you work for has failed to meet their duty of care by neglecting to provide you with the necessary training or proper safety equipment, for instance, then you may have a solid basis for filing a suit against them.

If you have been injured on the job through intentional or reckless action by your employer or your workplace was hazardous because of negligence by your boss or fellow employees, you can file a suit that bypasses workers’ compensation. For example, you can claim pain and suffering in your case as well as punitive damages.

If you have further questions about suing your employer because of injuries you sustained on the job, contact the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman.

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