When You Can Sue Beyond Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania
What Is a Third-Party Claim?
Workers’ comp prevents lawsuits against your employer—but not others. If an outside party caused your injury, you may file a civil lawsuit. Examples include negligent drivers, contractors, property owners, or manufacturers of defective tools.
Examples of Third-Party Claims
- A truck driver hit while making a delivery
- A defective forklift injuring a warehouse worker
- A slip at a client’s unsafe property
- An assault by a visitor or customer
How These Cases Differ from Comp
Third-party claims allow damages unavailable in comp—pain and suffering, full lost wages, and more. They require proof of negligence, but the compensation can be significantly higher.
Interaction with Workers’ Comp
If you recover from a third party, comp insurers may claim reimbursement. We negotiate liens to protect your net recovery.
Why Choose Vellner Law
We examine every workplace injury for potential third-party opportunities and coordinate with your comp claim so both cases work together.
FAQs – Third-Party Claims
Can I sue my employer?
No, but you may sue other responsible parties.
What damages are available?
Pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.
Does this delay my comp?
No. Comp continues while a lawsuit proceeds.
Who decides if I have a claim?
We investigate using medical, workplace, and safety experts.
DON’T STOP AT COMP BENEFITS—SEE IF YOU’RE ENTITLED TO MORE.
Workers’ comp helps with medical bills and partial wages—but it doesn’t cover pain, suffering, or your full lost income. If someone outside your employer caused your injury, you may have a powerful third-party case.
You shouldn’t leave compensation on the table.
Call Vellner Law now for a free consultation.
We’ve helped Pennsylvania workers recover both comp benefits and third-party damages after serious accidents. You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
Contact us to schedule your free case review