Third Party Claims For Work-Related Injuries
Many workers in Connecticut think that workers’ compensation is their only option for financial recovery after an on-the-job accident. Employers often reinforce this by advising workers to simply fill out a claim form. While workers’ compensation benefits are important, additional compensation may be available. If the injury results from the negligence of a third party, other than the employer, workers can file a third-party claim, similar to claims made for accidents occurring in other settings.
Many workers in Connecticut believe that their only source of financial compensation following an on-the-job accident is workers’ compensation. This is understandable, because often, employers quickly steer injured workers to filing a workers’ compensation claim, stating “You don’t need a lawyer. Just fill out this form and file a claim.”
While workers’ compensation benefits are indeed available in many instances, additional compensation is also often available. How?
When workers are injured due to the workplace negligence of a party other than their employers, they can file a third-party claim, just like they would if the injury occurred in a store or a residence.
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Third-party claims bring the complexity of a lawsuit, as well as the possible award that can result from a lawsuit. It is essential that you explore all possible sources of compensation following workplace injuries and medical expenses and that you receive qualified help.
The attorneys of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., have handled hundreds of workplace injury claims and often help clients with both their workers’ compensation claim and third-party claim. Third-party claims are doubly important because, unlike workers’ compensation claims, they aren’t limited to medical expenses and lost wages. Instead, they can provide lump-sum payments that far exceed typical workers’ compensation benefits.
We are highly skilled at investigating injury claims and at negotiating and litigating for clients’ highest-possible compensation. For a partial list of cases recently resolved by our firm, please visit our cases and verdicts page and contact us for a no-charge consultation.
John Kennedy Jr.
Founding Partner
John J. Kennedy, Jr., is the founding partner of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C. In 1988, John formed Kennedy & Johnson, along with David Johnson. John is an accomplished trial attorney, spending most of his more than 42 years practicing in Connecticut, representing injured clients before juries.
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At Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., we handle all motor vehicle injury cases on a contingency fee basis. If we fail to recover compensation for you, we will not charge you any attorneys’ fees.
To schedule a free and confidential consultation with one of our experienced New Haven and Waterbury third-party claims attorneys, contact Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., today at 203-865-8430.
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