Connecticut Workplace Accident Lawyer

Workplace Injury Attorneys in Connecticut

As an established and reputable personal injury law firm, BWP is dedicated to helping people who have been injured at work.

Every year, more than 4,500 workers are killed in accidents in the workplace, one-third in transportation and highway accidents, one-fifth as a result of workplace violence, one-sixth in falls, and one-sixth in equipment or machinery collisions. (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics)

If you have suffered an injury on the job or as a result of the errors, omissions of your employer, contact Buckley, Wynne Parese.

Work Related Injuries

Buckley Wynne Parese is committed to providing victims and their loved ones with exceptional legal service. If you have been injured at work and you believe a third party is at fault, contact us immediately. We will help you find answers, seek justice and get you back on your feet. A senior partner will meet you anywhere and at any time, whether that’s a hospital, a home, a restaurant, or the office for a free, confidential consultation.

Connecticut Workers’ Compensation

In accordance with the Workers’ Compensation Act, which was first enacted in 1913, employers in Connecticut must provide their employees who are injured at work with the appropriate benefits. It is a “no-fault insurance system” meaning the employee is entitled to these benefits regardless of who or what is to blame for their accident.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits Include:

• Medical Costs
• Disability Benefits
• Partial Compensation for Lost Wages
• Job Retraining
• Death Benefits for Family Members

To view the State of Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Commission Information Packet, click here: https://wcc.state.ct.us/download/acrobat/Info-Packet.pdf.

Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Third-Party Responsibility

Due to the Workers’ Compensation Act, an employee is generally barred from suing their employer for on-the-job injuries. There are certain limited situations where a claim may be possible. However, there are many situations where you can seek further compensation in addition to your workers’ compensation benefits. These circumstances arise when your injuries were a result of a third party’s intentional, negligent and/or reckless conduct.

Third-Party Liability Examples

• Car Accidents- If you were hit by another vehicle while driving a company car or performing work-related tasks during work time.
• Construction Sites- Construction sites are often comprised of people working from many different companies. As a result, most injuries arise out of another company’s negligence (i.e. safety violations, makeshift railings, exposed wiring, unstable scaffolding) and often result in third party claims.
• Premises Liability- Common examples of when employers are injured on properties not owned by their employers:
• Slip Falls on Ice
  • Defective Sidewalks, Roadways or Stairwells
  • Dog Bites

Additional Benefits of a Third-Party Claim Include:

• Future Lost Wages
• Pain and Suffering
• Mental Anguish Distress
• Physical Limitations
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life’s Activities
• Inconvenience

Buckley Wynne Parese Wants to Help

Third-party claims involving workplace injuries are often contested, highly technical and vigorously defended. Disputed issues can include who was really at fault, contributory negligence, comparative fault and issues related to causation. Buckley Wynne Parese has the necessary knowledge and experience to guide you through the process and maximize your recovery. Unlike the “no-fault” system of workers’ compensation, you must prove legal responsibility in third-party claims. Call us immediately before speaking with an insurance representative.

Contested Elements of a Third-Party Claim

• Preponderance of Evidence
• Duty of Care
• Breached Duty of Care
• Breach of Duty Caused Injuries
• Worker Suffered Losses

Buckley Wynne Parese endeavors to use our time and resources to help get you back on your feet. It is important that you contact us as soon as possible to schedule a free consultation. Many time limitations exist to successfully pursue these claims.

If you have suffered an injury on the job or as a result of the errors, omissions of your employer, contact Buckley, Wynne & Parese.

BWP’s workplace injury attorneys have been serving injured employees in Connecticut since 1881.

Construction Injury

Unfortunately, construction accidents are a common occurrence in Connecticut. However, you can take legal action if you were injured on the job. You need a lawyer with the right knowledge and experience to navigate the complexities of construction law.

Work-Related Accidents

If you have suffered an injury on the job or as a result of the errors, omissions of your employer, contact Buckley, Wynne & Parese.

Scaffolding Accident Injury

Scaffolding accidents can be caused by defective scaffolding equipment, negligence, or property owners and employers who fail to provide safe conditions for workers.

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