Workplace Injuries
Construction accidents, workplace injuries, and third-party liability claims beyond workers' compensation.
If you've been seriously injured at work—especially on a construction site—workers' compensation benefits may not be enough. Workers' comp covers medical bills and partial lost wages, but it doesn't compensate you for pain and suffering, and it often falls short of covering your full losses. Worse, it prevents you from suing your employer even when their negligence caused your injury.
At Emas Law Group, we look beyond workers' comp to identify third-party liability claims that can provide full compensation for catastrophic workplace injuries. Construction accidents, defective equipment, dangerous worksites maintained by property owners, and negligence by subcontractors often create opportunities to pursue additional compensation outside the limited workers' compensation system.
Common Workplace Injury Cases
- Construction Accidents – Falls from scaffolding, crane accidents, electrocution, trench collapses, and being struck by falling objects or equipment.
- Defective Equipment – Machinery failures, power tool defects, forklift malfunctions, or inadequate safety guards that cause serious injuries.
- Third-Party Negligence – Injuries caused by subcontractors, property owners, equipment manufacturers, or other non-employers.
- Toxic Exposure – Asbestos exposure, chemical burns, respiratory illnesses from toxic substances, or occupational diseases.
Third-Party Claims vs. Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation is a no-fault system that provides limited benefits regardless of who caused the accident. In exchange, you generally cannot sue your employer. However, if a third party—someone other than your employer or coworker—contributed to your injury, you can file a personal injury lawsuit against them for full damages.
Third-party claims allow you to recover compensation for pain and suffering, full lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and punitive damages—none of which are available through workers' comp. We investigate every workplace injury to identify all potential third-party defendants and maximize your recovery.
Injured at work? Call (305) 433-3135 for your free consultation to explore all your legal options.
Fighting for Full Compensation
Construction and workplace injuries are often catastrophic—spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, severe burns, or wrongful death. These injuries don't just affect you; they devastate your entire family. You deserve more than the limited benefits of workers' compensation.
At Emas Law Group, we aggressively pursue third-party claims to secure full compensation. We work with safety experts, accident reconstructionists, and industry specialists to prove negligence. And we have the resources to take on large corporations, equipment manufacturers, and property owners. Call (305) 433-3135 today. Available 24/7. No fee unless we win.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury in Florida?
In most cases, you cannot sue your employer directly for a workplace injury in Florida because workers' compensation provides the exclusive remedy. However, there are exceptions: you may be able to sue if your employer intentionally caused your injury, doesn't carry workers' compensation insurance, or if a third party (not your employer) contributed to your injury. You can also sue manufacturers of defective equipment. Our attorneys can evaluate whether you have claims beyond workers' compensation.
What benefits does Florida workers' compensation provide?
Florida workers' compensation provides medical benefits covering all reasonable and necessary treatment, temporary disability benefits (typically 66.67% of your average weekly wage), permanent impairment benefits based on your disability rating, vocational rehabilitation services, and death benefits for surviving family members. These benefits are provided regardless of who was at fault for your injury.
What should I do if I'm injured at work in Florida?
If you're injured at work in Florida: report the injury to your employer immediately (you have 30 days, but sooner is better), seek medical attention and tell the doctor it's a work-related injury, document everything including how the injury occurred and any witnesses, follow your doctor's treatment recommendations, and consult with an attorney if your claim is denied or if a third party may be liable. Don't sign anything from the insurance company without legal advice.
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