New York Workers' Compensation Attorney

Workers' Compensation vs. Civil Suits

The law requires that workers' compensation must be available to all workers in order that they be protected if in any way injured on the job. It also serves to prevent the courts from being overwhelmed by litigation in this area. As part of this system, workers are required to address all claims through workers' compensation and may not sue their employer except under specific circumstances. These include intentional acts of harm by your employer, including interference with your workers' compensation rights or discrimination against you for making a claim. Intentional injury by co-workers also warrants civil action. If your employer is uninsured, you may sue them for damages. You may also bring suit for an injury sustained from a construction accident that is covered by Labor Law 240 or 241 or that was caused by a third party. For example, if you were hurt by a defective product, the manufacturer or seller would generally be considered liable and could be sued. A New York construction accident attorney can review your options with you and represent you in the most appropriate action.

Workers' Compensation Lawyer in New York

At Lurie, Ilchert, MacDonnel & Ryan LLP, we understand how confusing it can be to battle the effects of an injury while worrying over the financial effects and trying to discern what you should do. We will happily take the time to answer your questions and offer advice and, in fact, provide a free phone or office consultation to allow you to gain some orientation on situation. Not only can we help you with civil actions, we can also provide legal counsel regarding any slows, barriers, or issues with your workers' compensation, including rejecting claims requiring appeal.

Contact a New York workers' compensation lawyer for assistance with workers' compensation issues and help determining whether you have the right to file a civil suit.