Fort Worth Work Injury

If you’ve been injured on the job, you have a right to compensation. Contact a work injury attorney in Fort Worth to determine your best course of action and to begin filing a claim. 

Some jobs are more dangerous than others, such as construction jobs, factory jobs, and laboratory jobs. Because these jobs pose a higher threat to workers, extensive precautions are taken to ensure employees are safe at all times. Unfortunately, even when safety is a top priority, employees can get injured. In fact, employees can get injured even in the safest office positions. 

All employers are required to provide workers compensation insurance to protect their employees in the event that they are injured on the job. This insurance will cover any medical expenses and lost wages that result from the injury. Occasionally, insurance adjusters will make it hard for employees to receive the benefits they need. When this happens, hiring an attorney can be necessary.

At Crain Brogdon, LLP., we strive to help injured employees obtain the compensation they need, whether through their employer or through a private lawsuit. A Fort Worth work injury lawyer from our team can help you through the claims process and, if you’re eligible, escalate your case to the courtroom.

Steps to Filing for Workers Compensation

When you get injured at work, you’ll be required to file for workers compensation if you want your expenses to be covered. Workers compensation doesn’t take fault into account. This insurance protects employers from lawsuits but it also ensures that you receive money for any injuries that you may have played a minor role in, as well. 

As long as your injury happened at work and you weren’t breaking any rules, weren’t under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and you weren’t committing a crime, then you should be approved for workers comp. Workers comp, however, isn’t guaranteed to cover all of your expenses. 

Circumstances When a Work Injury Lawsuit Is Permitted

There are a few exceptions to work injury accidents where you may be able to file a private lawsuit. If you believe that your employer intentionally caused you harm in some way, then suing them for negligence is permitted. For example, if you were abused by your employer or if they forced you to work in unsafe conditions which resulted in your injury, then you have grounds for a lawsuit. 

You may also file a work injury lawsuit if a third-party was negligent and caused your injury. If a product proved to be defective on the job site, such as a nail gun, a piece of office equipment, or even a kitchen appliance, you can sue the manufacturer of the product that caused your injury. 

Recoverable Damages in a Work Injury Lawsuit

The benefit of filing a work injury lawsuit is that you’ll be able to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Workers compensation doesn’t account for non-economic damages. Your work injury lawyer in Fort Worth will assess your accident and determine all of the damages you’ve suffered.

These damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and scarring and disfigurement. 

Reach Out to a Fort Worth Work Injury Attorney

Whether you’re trying to file for workers compensation or trying to determine whether your incident is eligible for a private lawsuit, an experienced attorney from Crain Brogdon, LLP. can assess your case and help you through the process.

If you’re ready to speak with a Fort Worth work injury lawyer, call 214-522-9404 or fill out the contact form below to schedule a free consultation.

Attorney Quentin Brogdon

Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]