Employees have the right to a safe work environment. When that does not happen, and the employee suffers injuries, it is the employee’s right to obtain financial compensation for their losses. That seems simple, but the reality is that working with a Jackson work injury lawyer can be critical to seeing those damages.
Hearn Law Firm has helped clients recover millions of dollars in injury losses. Let our Jackson personal injury lawyer help you.
Know Your Rights in Workplace Injuries in Jackson
An employee hurt on the job may suffer serious physical injuries, emotional trauma, exposure-related injuries, or a fatal incident due to recklessness or negligence on behalf of the employer. Under Miss. Code Ann. § 71-3-9(1), workers’ compensation is the right of an employee, but it is called an exclusive remedy. That means the worker can seek compensation for medical expenses and lost time at work. However, the injured worker cannot sue the employer or coworkers for the injuries they have above and beyond what workers’ compensation covers.
There are some situations where you can seek legal action against your employer, including situations where you can prove that the employer caused the accident on purpose or knew the dangerous work conditions existed and failed to protect you. Also notable is that if you can prove that a third party, not your employer, caused your accident, you may be able to sue that party.
How a Jackson Work Injury Lawyer Will Guide You
When you have injuries from a workplace accident, contact a Jackson work injury lawyer to help you navigate the process of filing a claim. Mistakes in this process can jeopardize your right to compensation allowed under the law. Your work injury lawyer can help you in numerous other ways:
- Gather proof that you were hurt on the job if the insurance company tries to refute this.
- Build a case that shows deliberate or heinous actions that warrant filing a lawsuit.
- Provide hands-on support in navigating workers’ compensation denials or adjustments.
- Guide you in maximizing your claim by making sure you claim all losses owed to you.
- Help you avoid any type of retaliation from your employer for filing a workers’ compensation claim.
- Give you peace of mind about what your rights are.
Before you settle your case or even file your claim, set up a free consultation with a Jackson work injury lawyer. Discuss the details of what occurred, and be sure that you are honest and thorough. That way, your attorney can create a strategy to maximize the compensation owed to you.
Set Up a Free Consultation with a Jackson Work Injury Attorney Now
Hearn Law Firm handles the tough cases. With over 30 years of experience fighting for our clients, we have helped them recover millions of dollars in losses. As aggressive lawyers who can still provide small firm benefits, we are the ideal combination of aggressive legal representation you need and a compassionate advocate. Contact Hearn Law Group now to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case with our legal team.