When Can You Sue For A Workplace Injury?

The general rule when it comes to injuries in the workplace is that only workers' compensation insurance is what you need to pursue. However, this is not entirely true. Workers' compensation can provide some financial relief, that financial relief is usually quite low and issues like pain and suffering are not well compensated for. This is why a personal injury lawsuit is a better option in order to receive punitive damages. Here are some of the situations where you can pursue a personal injury lawsuit for injuries caused on the job.

 Defective Product Injuries

Defective product injuries are classified as injuries that happen because a machine or some equipment is defective, failed to work properly or is inherently dangerous. The manufacturers of the machine or equipment can be held liable in such circumstances if they knew that their equipment was faulty. If the manufacturers did not warn of any possible dangers, they would have to compensate an injured worker for things such as lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. An injury due to a defective product calls for you to speak to a qualified attorney about your rights and the right action to take.

Injured By A Toxic Substance

Substances such as asbestos, benzene, chromium compounds, silica, and radium can cause a toxic reaction in workers that makes them sick or cause serious injuries and illnesses. If such injuries or illnesses related to toxic substances can be subject of a lawsuit.

There are two types of injuries that can happen due to toxic exposure and they are acute injuries and latent injuries. Acute injuries are the ones you see immediately and latent injuries can take years to appear and can be in the form of cancers and lung diseases. Acute injuries can include chemical burns and poisonings. When a worker is exposed to toxic substances a lawsuit can be rightfully pursued.

If you have been injured by a defective product or made sick by toxic substances, you can sue your employer with the correct legal guidance.

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