Indiana Work Injury Lawyers
Last updated on January 27, 2025
Worker’s Compensation law likely applies if you were injured at work. These laws protect injured employees in Indiana, covering medical treatment, temporary or permanent financial support while out of work and death benefits for survivors. Still, victims injured on the job may also pursue a claim against any negligent party who causes injuries.
At Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP, our award-winning personal injury attorneys have 75 years of collective legal experience representing the needs of workers injured on the job due to negligence. We represent individuals before the Indiana Worker’s Compensation Board and pursue claims against or parties responsible for work-related injuries.
When Is A Personal Injury Claim An Option?
Workers can file a personal injury lawsuit if their injury was due to a third party’s negligence. While workers’ compensation provides benefits regardless of fault, it typically limits the ability to sue the employer. Workers can pursue workers’ compensation and a personal injury claim simultaneously, allowing them to receive immediate benefits from workers’ comp while seeking additional damages through the lawsuit. Personal injury compensation could be much more than workers’ compensation benefits.
Examples of valid personal injury claims include:
- Being struck by a falling object due to another contractor’s negligence
- Slipping on a wet floor in a shared workspace
- Defective machinery that causes amputation
- Faulty safety equipment not preventing injury
The details of each will vary, so it is best to get help from an experienced Indiana personal injury attorney to determine if you can file a personal injury claim.
Not Sure If You Have A Case?
If you or family member suffered an injury on the job, contact Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP to schedule a free initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer. Call 317-505-1342 or contact the firm online to find out how our legal team can help.