Third Party Claims in Workers’ Compensation
Hurt at work due to someone outside your company? You may be entitled to more than just workers’ comp.
Workers’ Compensation helps cover medical bills and part of your lost wages. But if a third party (not your employer) caused or contributed to your injury, you may be able to file a separate personal injury claim and recover much more.
At Vasquez Law Firm, we help workers across North Carolina pursue third party claims alongside their workers’ comp cases — to get them full justice.
What Is a Third Party Claim?
A third party claim is a separate lawsuit filed against someone other than your employer who caused your workplace injury.
Common Examples of Third Party Liability
- Car accidents while driving for work caused by another driver
- Subcontractors on a job site who create unsafe conditions
- Faulty machinery or equipment made by outside manufacturers
- Landlords or property owners where you were working
- Security or maintenance companies who failed to prevent an accident
What Can You Recover Beyond Workers’ Comp?
While workers’ compensation is limited, a third party claim can help you recover:
- Full lost wages (not just a portion)
- Pain and suffering, which is not covered by workers’ comp
- Emotional distress and mental anguish
- Future damages for long-term recovery
- Punitive damages if gross negligence is proven
What Our Clients Say
“I was making deliveries when a careless driver crashed into me. I got workers’ comp, but Vasquez Law Firm also helped me sue the driver. I got compensated for my pain — not just the bills.”
— Andrés M.
Serving Injured Workers Statewide
We help workers across Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, Fayetteville, and beyond — especially when third parties are responsible.
You may be owed more. Let’s make sure you get it.
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