Employees who suffer injuries while on the job may find workers’ compensation is usually the only method of recovery. In limited circumstances, the injured person may have a claim outside of workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is an adequate method of recovery most of the time, but employees should also be aware of the following:
Uninsured Employer: When an employer fails to carry workers’ compensation insurance, employees may sue in civil court to recover for injuries. A civil suit against an employer affords the injured employee a chance to receive proper compensation.
Injury Caused by Third Party: When someone other than an employer or co-worker causes a workplace injury, the injured worker may have the option of filing a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party.
If you’ve been injured on the job, it is imperative that you speak to a professional to discuss your situation. At Merdes Law Office, we will give you free advice and help get you back on your feet. You can contact the highly experienced personal injury attorneys at Merdes Law Office, P.C. today: 907.452.5400. The Merdes Law Firm is Board Certified and AV rated. We have more than 25 years of experience helping people who have been injured in Alaska. For further information please visit www.Merdes.com. And while we hope you never need us… We’re here if you do.
