Phoenixville Workplace Accident Attorney

Supporting Workers & Their Families After Work Accidents in Phoenixville, PA

Have you been injured in a work accident? Have you been told by an employer, co-worker, or friend that workers' compensation is your only available form of recovery? If so, you should know that this information might not be accurate. Workers' compensation is not always the only remedy for an injured worker. 

The Phoenixville work accident attorneys at Mayerson Injury Law, P.C. may be able to help you recover compensation above and beyond what workers' comp would provide. If your accident was caused by someone other than your boss or one of your co-workers, you may have a successful personal injury claim in addition to your workers' comp benefits.

To learn more about how our workplace accident lawyer in Phoenixville, PA, can guide you, schedule a free consultation with us by calling (610) 492-7155.

Should I File a Workers' Comp Claim or a Personal Injury Claim?

It depends. Workers’ compensation is generally a no-fault system that provides injured workers with benefits to cover medical expenses and a portion of lost wages. In most cases, you cannot sue your employer directly.

However, there are situations where a third party may also be responsible for your injuries, which could allow for additional claims beyond workers’ compensation. Our workplace accident attorney in Phoenixville can help evaluate your situation and determine whether you are limited to a workers’ compensation claim or may also pursue a separate third-party claim for additional compensation.

What Is a Third-Party Liability Claim?

A third-party liability claim is a type of personal injury claim that seeks damages against a negligent third party who contributed to the cause of your accident. As mentioned above, a third party is someone other than your employer or co-worker. Construction site accidents often result in third-party claims. 

Examples of third-party liability claims include:

• Subcontractor negligence: A subcontractor working on the same job site may be held liable if their careless actions caused or contributed to your injury.
• Property owner liability: A property owner may be responsible if unsafe conditions on the premises lead to a worker’s injury.
• Product liability claims: A manufacturer may be held accountable when defective or dangerous equipment, such as machinery, tools, or scaffolding, causes a workplace injury.

Common Workplace Accidents in Phoenixville

Workers in the Phoenixville area face many different risks depending on their jobs, and understanding how your accident happened can help determine what kinds of claims you may have. 

Common work accidents include, but aren't limited to:

• Motor vehicle accidents: These are crashes that occur while driving for work or during job-related travel.
• Slip and falls: Slip and falls can happen due to unsafe walking surfaces, spills, or poor maintenance.
• Electrocution: Electrocution can occur when workers come into contact with power lines, overloaded circuits, or damaged tools. 
• Falls from heights: These are accidents involving ladders, scaffolding, roofs, or elevated work areas.
• Struck by objects: Struck by object accidents occur when falling, swinging, or moving equipment or materials collide with a worker.
• Struck against objects: These are injuries that occur when a worker comes into contact with stationary objects or equipment.
• Entanglement: Workers can be injured when clothing, tools, or body parts become caught in machinery.
• Exposure to hazardous substances: These are injuries or illnesses caused by contact with toxic chemicals, fumes, or materials.

Contact Our Firm for a Free Case Evaluation!

If you have been hurt in a workplace accident, put our experience to work for you. Workers' Comp Attorney Benjamin Mayerson, a partner at our firm, has been representing clients in personal injury litigation for more than 17 years. He has successfully obtained compensation on behalf of clients in third-party liability claims and product liability claims. 

Call our office or contact us by e-mail. We offer a free consultation at our convenient locations in and near Phoenixville, Collegeville, Pottstown and Gilbertsville, PA. We charge no fees unless we recover for you. Let our work accident attorney in Phoenixville, PA, help you.