Tennessee Industrial Injury Claims
If you are injured in an industrial accident, you may be entitled to free medical care, 66 and two-thirds percent of your average weekly wage while unable to work, along with various other potential benefits. If the accident was caused by a third party (someone who does not work for your employer) you may be entitled to additional compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit as well as a workers' compensation claim. Many of our clients are injured in car accidents while working for their employer. If this has happened to you, you may have both a personal injury and a workers' compensation claim.
At the law office of Ralph Brown & Associates in Knoxville, Tennessee, our lawyers represent workers who are injured in industrial accidents such explosions, fires, falls and falling materials. No matter how you were injured, we offer a free initial consultation to explain the law and answer your questions.
Can I Sue My Employer?
Even if your employer or co-worker was negligent in causing the accident, you are generally limited to benefits provided by workers' compensation. Workers' compensation benefits are paid regardless of who was at fault for the accident.
What if My Injury Was Caused by a Third Party?
If your injury was caused by someone who doesn't work for your employer, you may be entitled to seek additional compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit. A personal injury lawsuit allows you to recover compensation for damages not covered by workers' compensation, such as your pain and suffering.
Examples of third-party liability cases include auto accidents, injuries caused by a defective machine, and injuries caused by a vendor or subcontractor.
What Should I Do if I Am Injured in a Workplace Accident?
- Report your injury immediately but no later than 30 days after the injury. You should complete a form known as the First Report of Work Injury if you are working in Tennessee.
- Obtain medical treatment. You should be given a choice of three physicians not associated in practice, near your residence. You are then required to accept treatment from your chosen physician and should not see any other physician unless this physician makes a referral.
- Obtain legal representation. The attorneys at Ralph Brown and Associates know workers compensation law and will assist you in getting all the benefits you are entitled to under Tennessee law.
For More Information About Industrial Accidents
For more information or to schedule a free initial consultation with our Knoxville industrial accident attorneys, call 865-329-6993. With our contingency fee arrangement, you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. We have offices conveniently located in Knoxville and Maryville with plenty of free parking available.
