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Las Vegas Workers Compensation Attorney
Most of us spend a large proportion of our time at work, and although some jobs are inherently more dangerous, we don’t expect our source of income to become a source of injury. Yet millions suffer work-related injuries every year.
According to the Economic Policy Institute, there are 23,000 on-the-job injuries and 5,000 fatalities in the U.S. every day — 8.5 million injuries a year at a cost of $192 billion.
Good to know: Workers’ Comp is no-fault — you don’t have to prove negligence. But it limits your damages. A good lawyer may identify third parties who are liable, allowing you to claim full compensation including pain and suffering.
Benefits and Limitations
Workers’ Compensation pays most medical bills, a percentage of lost earnings, and rehabilitation costs. But you generally give up the right to sue your employer, and it doesn’t cover non-economic damages like pain and suffering.
Third Party Claims
A lawyer may identify third parties who contributed to your injury and don’t enjoy the “exclusive remedy” protection. For example, if you’re a construction worker injured in a fall, investigation may show a property owner, subcontractor, or equipment manufacturer was at fault. This opens the door to full damages.
How Eric Woods Helps
Eric can assist you in filing your Workers’ Comp claim properly, determine grounds for exceptions, and identify potential third-party defendants. The consultation is free and Eric works on contingency.
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Important: Nevada law limits your time to file a personal injury claim to 2 years from the date of the accident. Don’t wait.