Work Injuries We Get You Back on Your Feet

Indiana Work Injuries Lawyer

Standing Up for the Legal Rights of Indiana Workers

Workplace accidents occur all the time and in a variety of ways. These accidents can range from slip and fall accidents to an object falling on you and more. In most cases, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation coverage carried by your employer. Making a workers’ comp claim involves a process that must be followed according to state law. It allows you to be compensated for your medical bills, out-of-pocket costs, and a portion of any wages that you may lose while being unable to work. In some cases, however, a third party may have caused or contributed to your injuries while working. In those situations, you may be able to bring a claim against the third party as well.

Injured while working in Indiana? Contact Shaw Law at (260) 777-7777 to arrange for a free consultation with our Indiana work injury lawyer to learn your legal options.

Work Injury Claims in Indiana

Work injuries can stem from a wide range of accidents or actions such as:

  • Slips, trips, and falls on floors at the work site; this can occur from wet/slippery floors, loose carpeting, objects in aisles, corridors, or walkways, electrical cords, and more
  • Being struck by falling objects, such as at a warehouse, construction site, or in a supply closet
  • Being involved in a motor vehicle accident while driving as part of work duties
  • Getting caught in moving machinery or parts
  • Being struck by moving machinery, such as a bulldozer at a construction site
  • Competitive motions leading to repetitive stress conditions for body parts such as carpal tunnel syndrome or back issues
  • The inhalation of toxic fumes or contact with toxic chemicals
  • Falling due to standing on a chair instead of a ladder to reach for something

The majority of these will be covered by workers’ compensation. By bringing your accident to the attention of your employer, you will likely receive the benefits mentioned above. If your injuries result in a disability, you may be eligible for a separate cash settlement as well. However, workers’ comp does not include compensation for your pain and suffering.

In other cases, where your accident was caused by or contributed to by a third party outside of your employer, you may have grounds to bring a separate personal injury claim. An example of this would be a motor vehicle accident in which you were driving while on-the-job in which you were hit by a negligent driver. The driver may have been texting while driving, drunk, or may have violated a traffic law. In this case, the other driver may be held accountable through his insurance coverage to pay for all of your damages, including “non-economic” damages like pain and suffering, mental anguish, or loss of quality of life. This holds true for any third party claim.

Get Capable Legal Help From an Indiana Work Injuries Attorney

To understand if you have a third-party claim option in any work-related accident and injuries, you need to consult with an experienced attorney. An independent review and investigation of the circumstances and facts surrounding your accident will need to be conducted to determine all parties who may have been at fault. At Shaw Law, we have been handling cases like these for decades. That experience gives us the insight and knowledge to know what to do and how to do it on your behalf.

If you have suffered work-related injuries, you can bring your case to our Indiana work injury lawyer to get the information you need as to all of your legal options, from workers’ compensation to potential third-party claims. Let us put our honed skills to work for you.

Reach out to us at (260) 777-7777 for capable and caring legal guidance today.

DEFENDING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1989

Read Our 5-Star Reviews
  • A Lawyer you can count on.

    “Shaw Law works tirelessly for you! I received much more than I expected for my injuries in a fall. Jeff is not only very knowledgeable he is a great communicator and keeps you informed and up to date. ...”

    - Kim
  • Not just the lawyers you need, but the lawyers you WANT.

    “The attorneys at Shaw Law are absolutely exceptional. From the consultation: which was much more information and help than any of the other (9) Law offices I consulted with, to the one-on-one ...”

    - Tristen K
  • Jeff Shaw was Very Professional

    “I would highly recommend using Jeff Shaw as your attorney. He is very professional and nice and cares about getting you the best results. He was very helpful in my case. He worked 24/7 to take care of ...”

    - Shelby Kunes
  • Attorney Shaw got me a fair settlement, much more than I thought we were going to get.

    “Shaw Law handled our case in a caring and professional manner. Attorney Shaw let us know what was happening with each step of the process. He was available to talk to us at any time. Including nights ...”

    - Randy & Kathy M
  • I Told Him He Now Felt Like a Member of Our Family More Than Our Attorney.

    “Mr. Shaw told me from the beginning that he would be willing to help me and my husband get justice. Through every step of the way, he explained what was happening and why.”

    - Stephanie B.

VERDICTS & SETTLEMENTS

  • $5,000,000 Verdict in Indianapolis, IN

    Bicyclist Struck by Indianapolis School Bus (independent contractor) Awarded $5M by Indianapolis Jury (Upheld by Verdict, $4.4M Paid)

  • $3,040,000 Verdict in Gary, IN

    Blackjack Dealer Awarded for Slip and Fall on Ice in Trump Casino Parking Lot

  • $1,750,000 Verdict in Hammond, IN

    Child Dies in Fire, Landlord Failed to Provide Adequate Smoke Detectors

  • $1,460,000 Verdict Near the Ozarks of Missouri

    Sheriff's Deputy who Collides With Improperly Transported Manufactured Home Convoy

  • $750,000 $750,000 Verdict in Delphi, IN

    $750,000 Verdict for Lady in Golf Cart Struck by Drunk Driver Awarded by Jury in Carroll County

  • $750,000 Settlement for Paralyzed Man Shot at Indy Gas Station

    Man Shot and Paralyzed at Gas Station by Unknown Assailant from Unruly Crowd That Gathered After Murder of Person the Night Before at Same Site

  • $750,000 Settlement in Indianapolis, IN

    $750,000 Settlement Slip and Fall Indianapolis Woman Falls on Water in Produce Section of Indianapolis Grocery Store Breaking Leg.

  • $605,000 $605,000 Verdict in Valparaiso, IN

    $605,000 Verdict - Child Awarded for Facial Scarring When Landlord Failed to Cover Exposed Hot Water Pipe in Living Room

  • $500,000 $500,000 Settlement in Bluffton, IN

    $500,000 Wrongful Death Settlement in Bluffton, Indiana for Woman Killed When She Crossed Center-Line Into Path of Oncoming Speeding Semi-Truck

  • $500,000 $500,000 Verdict in Kokomo

    $500,000 Verdict for Woman Slip and Fall in Domino's Pizza Restaurant on Water (Reduced to $375,000)

/

Why CALL sHAW lAW?

  • Work Directly With Your Attorney

    When you call SHAW LAW, you get to work directly with Attorney JJ Shaw and Attorney Sky Shaw.

  • We Maximize Your Recovery

    SHAW LAW has obtained MILLIONS of dollars in compensation for our clients—and we work to get you your maximum results.

  • We Get You Back On Your Feet

    When you’ve been injured, it can feel like your world is falling apart around you. SHAW LAW is dedicated to helping you get back on your feet and recover what has been taken from you.

  • Fully Transparent — Guarantee

    We make sure that you and your family are constantly up-to-date with the status of your case. Call, text, email, or DM us at any time—and we will get back to you.

We Get You Back on Your Feet

Free & Confidential Consultations
  • Please enter your first name.
  • Please enter your last name.
  • Please enter your phone number.
    This isn't a valid phone number.
  • Please enter your email address.
    This isn't a valid email address.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please enter a message.