[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/can-i-sue-my-employer-for-negligence-in-new-york-city\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/can-i-sue-my-employer-for-negligence-in-new-york-city\/","headline":"Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence in New York City?","name":"Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence in New York City?","description":"In New York, workers\u2019 compensation is typically the sole remedy available when someone is injured on the job. However, there are certain circumstances in which you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover additional compensation. These types of cases are complex, so it\u2019s crucial to find a workplace injury law firm well-versed in &hellip;<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/can-i-sue-my-employer-for-negligence-in-new-york-city\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence in New York City?<\/span> Read More \u00bb<\/a><\/p>","datePublished":"2022-09-26","dateModified":"2023-05-22","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/author\/wpadmin\/#Person","name":"Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/author\/wpadmin\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Nappa, Monterosso & Poznansky, LLP","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cropped-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cropped-logo.png","width":486,"height":82}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Boxes-falling-on-warehouse-worker.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Boxes-falling-on-warehouse-worker.jpg","height":506,"width":900},"url":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/can-i-sue-my-employer-for-negligence-in-new-york-city\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":739,"articleBody":"In New York, workers\u2019 compensation is typically the sole remedy available when someone is injured on the job. However, there are certain circumstances in which you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover additional compensation. These types of cases are complex, so it\u2019s crucial to find a workplace injury law firm well-versed in handling employer negligence claims. At Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP, our workers\u2019 compensation lawyers have more than 30 years of experience helping clients in the greater NYC area navigate the process.Workplace Injuries and Personal Injury ClaimsWorkers\u2019 compensation covers medical bills, wage replacement benefits, funeral costs, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and more. However, it doesn\u2019t provide compensation for damages such as pain and suffering. If you\u2019ve been hurt at work, it\u2019s vital to explore all potential sources of financial relief, especially if you\u2019ve suffered a grave injury such as amputation or disfigurement.In New York, workers are typically prohibited from suing their employer if they file a workers\u2019 compensation claim. It\u2019s also important to keep in mind that negligence alone is not aufficient cause to file a lawsuit against your employer. There are limited circumstances where an employee may sue their employer for a workplace accident. Consulting a workers\u2019 comp attorney and personal injury lawyer can help you find out if a potential lawsuit is viable and how to proceed. You may be able to file a lawsuit if:Your employer has insufficient workers\u2019 compensation insurance or none at allYour employer intentionally caused an injuryYour employer has discriminated against you for having filed a workers\u2019 compensation claimThird-Party Work Injury LawsuitsSometimes an injury isn\u2019t caused by employer negligence, but by a third party. For example, if you work for a landscaping company and suffer an illness caused by a pesticide that was frequently used, an occupational disease lawyer could help you bring a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the product.Common liable parties who may be involved in work-related injury lawsuits include:Construction subcontractorsManufacturers of tools, equipment, or toxic substancesOther motorists when you\u2019re involved in a car accident on the jobProperty ownersAlthough it\u2019s possible to bring a personal injury claim against a third party while receiving workers\u2019 comp benefits, it\u2019s important to do so carefully to maximize your recovery.Maximizing Work Injury CompensationIf you\u2019re awarded compensation in a third-party lawsuit in New York, you may be required to reimburse your employer\u2019s workers\u2019 compensation carrier for the benefits received in your workers\u2019 compensation claim. This is to prevent people from \u201cdouble dipping\u201d and collecting excessive awards for work injuries.If you don\u2019t have experienced workers\u2019 compensation attorneys and personal injury lawyers by your side, you may end up with much less compensation than you would have otherwise. A workplace injury law firm should include seasoned workers\u2019 comp lawyers who collaborate with personal injury lawyers to help maximize the total amount of compensation you receive.Your attorneys will negotiate on your behalf and help work out an arrangement that provides the most benefit to you. For example, a \u201cglobal settlement\u201d allows you to close out your workers\u2019 comp claim in exchange for a lump sum settlement. This settles both cases at the same time. The workers\u2019 compensation insurance company may reduce the amount it would usually take from your personal injury settlement.Regardless of whether you\u2019ve suffered a life-altering injury or a moderate injury that you may be able to recover from, hiring skilled attorneys who focus on practice areas such as workers\u2019 comp and social security disability can give you the resources you need to protect your health and financial stability.Contact a Greater NYC Workers\u2019 Compensation Lawyer to Learn MoreIf you or a loved one has been hurt due to employer negligence, you don\u2019t have to suffer in silence. Our team at Nappa, Monterosso &amp; Poznansky, LLP can take some of the weight off your shoulders and help you obtain the benefits and compensation you deserve. As the largest workers\u2019 comp firm in Staten Island, we help clients throughout the greater NYC area put their lives back together after workplace injuries. Our attorney Rolando Cubela is a fluent Spanish speaker who is happy to assist multi-lingual clients.To schedule a case evaluation for your workers\u2019 compensation or social security disability claim, call us at 718-273-9000 or contact us online."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence in New York City?","item":"https:\/\/www.sicomplaw.com\/blog\/can-i-sue-my-employer-for-negligence-in-new-york-city\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]