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7/15/2011
Corey Walker
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Benefits of a Third Party Claim After a Des Moines Work Accident

Injuries from a Des Moines accident could involve another person outside of your employment, which may lead you to pursue a third-party claim. Consulting with an Iowa Workers' Compensation attorney is the best way to understand what legal options are available.

There are benefits to pursuing a third-party claim when you have been severely injured in a work accident. Workers' Compensation benefits will cover, up to a certain amount, your medical expenses and lost wages; however, your medical expenses and lost income may surpass those limitations.

A third-party claim could entitle you to additional compensation. Also, you cannot claim general damages in a Workers' Compensation claim. A third-party claim will allow you the opportunity to seek compensation for pain and suffering, disability, mental anguish, and other damages that may be available.

You also benefit from a third-party claim in cases in which you are entitled to punitive damages. You cannot recover these types of damages through Workers' Compensation, so in situations where negligence was extreme, then you may be able to receive compensation.

If a third party has contributed to your Des Moines work accident, then you should speak with an Iowa Workers' Compensation attorney. An attorney can determine if you should file a third-party claim. 

Contacting an Iowa Workers' Compensation Attorney

An Iowa Workers' Compensation attorney at Walker, Billingsley & Bair knows the importance of protecting your injury claim from the get-go. Learn more by calling 1-800-707-2552.



Category: Workers Compensation

Labels: third party liability work accident; Workers’ Compensation benefits Worker’s Compensation workers’ compensation attorney

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