Can I Sue for a Concussion
at Work in Pennsylvania?
Short answer: Yes, potentially.While workers' comp is your primary remedy, you may ALSO have a lawsuit against a third party.
You CAN Sue If...
- A third party (not your employer) caused the injury
- Defective equipment or machinery was involved
- A negligent contractor or subcontractor caused it
- A vehicle accident with another driver
- Unsafe property conditions (premises liability)
You Generally CANNOT Sue...
- Your employer directly (workers' comp is exclusive remedy)
- Co-workers for ordinary negligence
But remember:Even if you can't sue, you still have a workers' comp claim that covers medical bills and partial lost wages.
Real Examples: When You Can Sue
Forklift hits you at a warehouse
Can sue if: If the forklift was defective or made by a third-party manufacturer
Potential claim: Product liability lawsuit against manufacturer
Fall from scaffolding on construction site
Can sue if: If the scaffolding was provided by a subcontractor or rental company
Potential claim: Negligence lawsuit against subcontractor/rental company
Car accident while driving for work
Can sue if: If another driver caused the crash
Potential claim: Personal injury lawsuit against the other driver
Object falls on your head at a job site
Can sue if: If a contractor working above you was negligent
Potential claim: Negligence lawsuit against the contractor
Slip and fall at a client's location
Can sue if: If the property owner failed to maintain safe conditions
Potential claim: Premises liability lawsuit against property owner
Why This Matters: You Could Get 2-3x More
Workers' Comp Only
- Medical bills covered
- 2/3 of lost wages
- NO pain and suffering
- NO full wage recovery
- NO punitive damages
Workers' Comp + Lawsuit
- Medical bills covered
- 100% of lost wages
- Pain and suffering damages
- Future lost earnings
- Potential punitive damages
Not Sure If You Can Sue? Let Us Review Your Case
Every concussion case is different. A Certified Workers' Comp Specialist who works with Personal Injury colleagues can identify ALL your potential claims - not just the obvious ones.
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