Workplace Injury Attorney
Injured at work in Los Angeles? While workers compensation covers most on-the-job injuries, third-party claims against a negligent party other than your employer may allow broader recovery. Baghikian Law evaluates workplace injury cases to identify all available options.
Common Circumstances
- Construction site accidents including falls, struck-by incidents, and equipment failures
- Injuries caused by a negligent contractor or subcontractor on a shared jobsite
- Vehicle accidents during work duties caused by a third-party driver
- Defective tools, machinery, or safety equipment
- Slip-and-fall accidents at a customer or vendor location
- Exposure to toxic substances supplied by a third party
Common Injuries
- Back and spinal injuries from lifting, falls, or equipment accidents
- Traumatic brain injuries from falls or struck-by incidents
- Amputations and crush injuries from machinery
- Burns from fires, explosions, or chemical exposure
- Repetitive stress injuries over time
How We Build Your Case
- Identifying whether a party other than the employer contributed to the injury
- Preserving incident reports, safety logs, and equipment records
- Documenting OSHA violations or safety-code breaches
- Working with workplace safety experts on causation
- Coordinating with workers compensation counsel where both claims proceed simultaneously
Damages That May Be Available
- Medical expenses beyond workers compensation benefits
- Full lost wages (workers comp typically covers only a portion)
- Pain and suffering, which workers comp does not provide
- Loss of earning capacity for permanent impairments
- Punitive damages against egregiously negligent third parties
What to Know About Insurance Companies
Insurance adjusters represent the insurer's interests, not yours. They may contact you quickly after an incident to obtain statements or offer a fast settlement that does not reflect the full value of your claim. Common tactics include:
- Denying the third party's role and attributing the injury solely to your employer
- Arguing the employer's workers comp coverage is your only remedy
- Disputing the severity or permanence of your injuries
- Offering early settlements that fail to account for future medical costs
You are not required to speak with the other party's insurer without representation. Consulting an attorney before accepting any offer or giving any recorded statement is strongly advisable.
No Fee Unless We Win
Baghikian Law handles personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. That means no upfront costs, no hourly charges, and no attorney fee at all unless we recover compensation for you. Your free initial consultation is confidential and carries no obligation. We advance the costs of litigation so you can focus on your recovery.
- Zero upfront payment required
- No fee if there is no recovery
- Free, confidential case review
- Direct attorney involvement throughout
No Fee Unless We Win
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency basis. You pay nothing unless we recover for you. Call us today for a free, confidential case evaluation.
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