Can You Obtain More Than Workers’ Comp?

Additional Compensation for Injured Workers

Oklahoma workers who are injured on the job can sometimes receive financial compensation in addition to their workers’ compensation benefits. Not every injured worker is eligible. The attorneys of Foshee & Yaffe can tell you whether you may be able to pursue additional compensation through a third-party personal injury claim.

Holding the Responsible Parties Accountable

If you were injured while at work, your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance will pay your medical bills and a portion of your average weekly wages. If your injury was caused by someone other than your employer or a co-worker, you may be able to receive compensation for:

Pain and suffering
Lost wages and income not covered by workers’ comp
Certain other damages, depending on your case

Third-party personal injury claims can be more beneficial to injured workers than workers’ compensation because they allow you to be reimbursed for the full extent of damages caused by a work-related injury. We will thoroughly investigate your case to determine if a third-party claim is an option.

Examples of Third-Party Claims

Following are some examples of third-party personal injury claims:

If you were driving a UPS truck as part of your job and another driver smashed into you, our lawyers could seek compensation from the other driver.
If you fell from scaffolding on a construction site, we may be able to make a claim if another company improperly installed the scaffold.
If you were injured in an accident caused by unsafe equipment, we could possibly bring a claim against the maker of the dangerous or defective equipment.

Each case is different and requires evaluation by a lawyer who understands both workers’ compensation and personal injury law. Our law firm offers comprehensive legal services to injured workers. We are dedicated to helping you obtain the full amount of benefits and compensation you are eligible to receive.

To arrange a free initial consultation with a lawyer from Foshee & Yaffe, please contact us by e-mail or call 405-264-5777. For your convenience, we have offices in Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Sayre.