Are You Entitled to Other Third Party
Damages For a Work-Related Accident?
You are always supposed to be covered by workers' compensation for a work injury, regardless of fault. But if a person or entity outside of your chain of employment caused or contributed to your accident, you may be able to sue that third party for additional damages. It is what workers' compensation calls a "third party election."
The Law Offices of Matthew H. Kehoe has recovered compensation in numerous third-party work injury lawsuits. We represent construction workers, commercial drivers, manufacturing and warehouse employees, and anyone else who has suffered serious injury at work or in a work-related capacity.
Our Hillsboro law firm serves the injured in the greater Portland metropolitan area and throughout northwest Oregon. Contact us today at 503-648-0766 for a free case evaluation to see if you have grounds for a personal injury suit.
Third-Party Negligence in Work Accidents
You cannot sue your employer, supervisor or co-worker if their actions led to your injury. But you might have a case against:
- Another subcontractor who caused your construction accident
- Another driver who caused your on-duty vehicle accident
- A property owner who created or allowed dangerous conditions at a work site
- A manufacturer of dangerous or defective machinery, tools or equipment
Beyond Employer-Paid Benefits
Workers' compensation may not cover all your medical needs. It does not cover all lost income, especially for a permanent disability. A third-party lawsuit, however, can seek full medicals and projected future earnings, as well as damages for pain and suffering.
Mr. Kehoe works hard to take care of any subrogation issues (money that has to be repaid to workers' comp or your health insurer), so that the proceeds of your lawsuit are yours to keep.
Please note: Our firm does not handle workers' compensation claims, but, rather, only third-party liability lawsuits. However, if you are having problems with your employer's insurance carrier, Matthew Kehoe will put you in touch with a respected workers' comp attorney.
Trial lawyer Matthew Kehoe has practiced in personal injury for 20 years. He is skilled at identifying liable parties and holding them accountable, through settlement or trial. He provides personal attention and peace of mind to clients while he is fighting for their deserved compensation.
Call the Law Offices of Matthew H. Kehoe at 503-648-0766 for a free consultation.
