If I broke an arm while working construction, will I get compensation from this company? 41 Answers as of February 20, 2012
I work for a construction company and I recently broke my arm on the construction site. I am now unable to work until my arm heals. I am in a bad financial situation and really need the money to take care of my family. Can I ask my job to take care of my medical bills and pay me for the time off?Free Case Evaluation by a Local Lawyer!
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A. Daniel Woska & Associates, P.C. | Dan Woska
You were hurt on the job recently. You are asking who is to help pay the medical bills and food on the table while you recover? The business owner should be immediately contacted by your attorney about that matter. I recommend you hire a workman's Compensation lawyer who represents injured people.
Answer Applies to: Oklahoma
Replied: 8/31/2011
David Hoines Law | David Hoines
You are entitled to workers compensation benefits, which includes lost wages benefits.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 8/25/2011
Dunnings Law Firm | Steven Dunnings
You need to file a workers compensation claim with your employer for loss of wages and medical.
Answer Applies to: Michigan
Replied: 8/23/2011
The Law Office of Eric R. Chandler, P.C., L.L.O. | Eric R. Chandler
You need to file a report of injury with your employer regarding your workers compensation claim.
Answer Applies to: Nebraska
Replied: 8/23/2011
The Law Office of Josh Lamborn, P.C. | Josh Lamborn
You should be able to collect worker's compensation from your employer. That will cover your wage loss and doctor bills until you heal. You may even be eligible for other worker's comp benefits as well. You should inquire with your employer. If the company doesn't have worker's comp insurance as they are required to, or if they deny your claim, you should seek the advice of an attorney that specializes in worker's compensation law. This is an area of law that is very different from personal injury with its own set of rules and regulations.
Answer Applies to: Oregon
Replied: 8/23/2011
Law Offices of Joseph I. Lipsky, P.A. | Joseph Lipsky
The answer to your question is a complicated one. First it must be determined if you were injured as a result of the fault of someone else, and if so, whether that person was employed by the same company that employed you. Then, you would need to know if your employer carried worker's compensation insurance. Construction injuries, given the relationship between general and subcontractors, and the issues involved with the immunity provided by worker's compensation, require many more facts that those stated in your initial inquiry. We would certainly suggest you contact an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss the details of your incident and your work situation.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 8/23/2011
R. D. Kelly Law Firm, P.L.L.C. | Robert Kelly
The Department of Labor & Industries provides worker's compensation for on the job injuries. You can start your claim on-line by visiting their website.
Answer Applies to: Washington
Replied: 8/23/2011
Bulman Law Associates PLLC Injury Law Firm | Thomas Bulman
If your employer is insured. File a written claim for compensation and find out which insurance company your employer chose for Workers Compensation.
Answer Applies to: Montana
Replied: 8/23/2011
Wilson & Hajek, LLC | Eddie W. Wilson
You should be eligible for workers' compensation. This includes medical bills and some compensation for time lost from work. If the company refuses then you should contact a lawyer who handles worker compensation cases.
Answer Applies to: Virginia
Replied: 8/23/2011
Law Offices of Earl K. Straight | Earl K. Straight
Whether you can sue your employer first depends on whether your employer carries workers compensation insurance. If they do, your only remedy is to pursue a workers compensation claim, you cannot sue your employer in that situation. But workers comp would pay your medical bills and cover some of your lost wages. If they dont carry workers comp insurance, you have the right to sue them, but only if you can prove that the injury was your employers fault. The mere fact you were injured at work is not enough, you have to show your employer committed some act of negligence that directly caused your injury.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 8/23/2011
Barry Rabovsky & Associates | Barry Rabovsky
You may have a case, based upon the information that you have supplied.
Answer Applies to: Illinois
Replied: 8/23/2011
Judnich Law Office | Martin W. Judnich
If this accident happened in Montana, you likely have to go through Worker's compensation for your injury and medical care. You should contact a worker's compensation attorney.
Answer Applies to: Montana
Replied: 8/23/2011
Law Offices of Andrew D. Myers | Andrew D. Myers
You need to contact a worker’s compensation attorney ASAP. Anyone injured in the course of employment is owed certain workers compensation benefits mandated by state law. Disregard anything an employer, insurance company claims rep or anyone else with their own agenda tells you. No workers compensation attorney may charge you a dime for an initial consultation, most legal work is paid by the insurer, and your own workers compensation attorney has a duty to notify you as to all benefits to which you are entitled.
Answer Applies to: New Hampshire
Replied: 8/23/2011
Paul Whitfield and Associates P.A. | Paul L. Whitfield
This is called worker compensation. Report injury to your supervisor. If the boss refuses to cooperate report it to the NC Industrial Commission in Raleigh. You need a good worker compensation lawyer.
Answer Applies to: North Carolina
Replied: 8/23/2011
The Law Office of Stephen R. Chesley, LLC | Stephen R. Chesley
If you are injured on the job you are entitled to workers compensation regardless as to how the accident took place. Furthermore, you may be entitled to bring a third party claim against a responsible party. You should discuss the facts of your injury with a lawyer.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 8/23/2011
Bernard Huff, Attorney/Mediator | Bernard Huff
Seek the advice of a worker's compensation attorney to help you to timely file a claim to compensate you for your medical expenses and lost wages.
Answer Applies to: Indiana
Replied: 8/23/2011
Wilson & Hajek,LLC, a personal injury law firm | Francis Hajek
Most likely, your personal injury will be subject to a recovery under workmen's compensation coverage. This assumes that your employer is subject to such coverage.
Answer Applies to: Virginia
Replied: 8/23/2011
Andrew T. Velonis, P.C. | Andrew Velonis
Of course. This is what worker's compensation is for. Your employer is obligated to pay the medical bills and your time out of work at a designated formula, as long as the injury was due to an on-the-job accident and the treatment is for that injury. There may be more as well, depending on how the accident happened and the contractual relationship between the owner, contractor, sub-contractors if any, and you as an employee. Further investigation is needed.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 8/23/2011
Cody and Gonillo, LLP | Christine Gonilla
you have a Workers Compensation claim against your employer and the company should pay for medical and other benefits
Answer Applies to: Connecticut
Replied: 8/23/2011
Link & Smith, P.C. | Houston Smith
Yes, you can make a claim for worker's compensation. There is paperwork to fill out with your employer. Notify your manager.
Answer Applies to: Georgia
Replied: 8/23/2011
Law Office of Mark J. Leonardo | Mark Leonardo
Workers compensation is your exclusive remedy. Contact an workers comp attorney right away.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/23/2011
The Law Firm of Reed & Mansfield | Jonathan C. Reed
If you are hurt on the job your employer owes you compensation which includes medical care. This compensation is "no-fault"it doesn't matter if you broke your arm through your negligence or your employer's. This compensation is called "workmen's compensation."
Answer Applies to: Nevada
Replied: 8/23/2011
Law Office of Ronald Arthur Lowry | Ronald Arthur Lowry
You are supposed to be covered by worker's compensation for an on the job injury such as this. Get an attorney immediately and file a WC claim ASAP.
Answer Applies to: Georgia
Replied: 8/22/2011
Slaughter & Slaughter | Reza Torkzadeh
To answer your question properly and give you advice on what you should do, more information is required. You may be able to make a worker's compensation claim - in which case I suggest you immediately contact a worker's compensation attorney. There may be other factors involved in your case depending on the circumstances on how you broke your arm. I suggest you speak with an attorney before making any decisions.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/22/2011
The Margolis Firm | Charles J. Candiano
You are entitled to be paid (TTD) for however long you cannot work as just one part of Workers' Compensation in Illinois. Hire an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney to guide you through this and make sure you get all you are entitled to get. Moreover, if anyone, besides your employer, was negligent, you may have a 3rd party claim against them, also. Do not delay and good luck.
Answer Applies to: Illinois
Replied: 8/22/2011
David F. Stoddard | David F. Stoddard
The company is responsible for your medical bills and if you are out for more than a week, must pay 2/3 of your average weekly wage while you are out. If they will not pay these benefits, go get an attorney.
Answer Applies to: South Carolina
Replied: 8/22/2011
Law Office of Jared Altman | Jared Altman
You should hire a lawyer who specializes in Workers Compensation. They work on a contingency so there won't be any out of pocket expense to you. Get your claim filed asap because benefits are usually slow in coming.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 8/22/2011
Lyle B. Masnikoff and Associates | Lyle B. Masnikoff
Yes. Your company should have workers comp insurance so u will be able to get medical treat and lost wages thought the insurance. You may also get a lump sum settlement at the end of the case. I recommend hiring a workers comp attorney.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 8/22/2011
Kelaher Law Offices, P.A. | James P Kelaher
You sure can....it's called Workers Compensation. Go hire a good Workers Comp lawyer right away.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 8/22/2011
Ewusiak & Roberts, P.A. | Christopher J. Roberts
Your employer should have workers' compensation insurance to cover your loss. You should contact a workers' compensation lawyer in your area who can help you make a claim.
Answer Applies to: Florida
Replied: 2/20/2012
Rothstein Law PLLC | Eric Rothstein
You are entitled to workers' compensation from your employer. If someone other than your employer caused the accident, you can sue them for pain and suffering and uncovered lost wages.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 8/22/2011
Garruto & Calabria, LLC | Andrew F. Garruto
You're employer's workers compensation insurance company is responsible for 100% of your hospital and medical bills, but they control your medical treatment. Contact the company to see what orthopedist they are authorizing you to treat with. You are also entitled to temporary disability benefits for as long as the doctor(s) keep you out of work. I wish you a speedy recovery!
Answer Applies to: New Jersey
Replied: 8/22/2011
Law Offices of Richard Copeland, LLC | Richard Copeland
Your employer should have workers' compensation insurance. That should be your source of compensation for lost wages and medical expenses. In Colorado, you have four days to provide written notice to your employer of the injury. If you or someone on your behalf hasn't done this, you may lose some of your benefits.
Answer Applies to: Colorado
Replied: 8/22/2011
Law Offices of Steven A. Fink | Steven Alan Fink
You are entitled to workers compensation. Ask your employer for the forms.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/22/2011
Law Office of Travis Prestwich, PC | Travis Prestwich
Yes. You need to file a worker's compensation claim. Your employer should have the appropriate paperwork.
Answer Applies to: Oregon
Replied: 8/22/2011
The Law Office of Harry E. Hudson, Jr. | Harry E. Hudson, Jr.
Yes. It is called workers compensation.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/22/2011
The S.E. Farris Law Firm | Spencer E. Farris
If you are hurt while on the job, you are entitled to workers' compensation. This pays three things: your medical, a portion of your wages while you are off work, and a lump sum for any disability, however slight, due to your injury.
Answer Applies to: Missouri
Replied: 8/22/2011
Magnuson Lowell P.S. | Richard S. Lowell
You definitely need to tell your employer that you were injured on the job - and that you need to make a worker's compensation claim. Then, consider hiring an attorney who handles worker's compensation (L&I) matters. L&I should pay your medical bills; and should pay for missed work. You should get on this right away.
Answer Applies to: Washington
Replied: 8/22/2011
