Ohio workers' compensation covers most job-related injuries, but it has a critical limitation: it does not include compensation for pain and suffering. That changes if a third party — a contractor, equipment manufacturer, or property owner — contributed to your injury. Gregory S. Young Co., LPA evaluates every workplace injury case for third-party liability.
How We Help You
- Identifying third parties whose negligence contributed to your workplace injury
- Evaluating defective equipment, unsafe subcontractor work, and dangerous property conditions
- Coordinating third-party claims with your existing workers' compensation case
- Handling construction accidents, industrial accidents, and work vehicle crashes
- Pursuing OSHA violations as evidence of negligence
- Pursuing maximum damages including pain and suffering unavailable in workers' comp
What To Do After Your Injury
- Report the Injury to Your Employer
Ohio requires you to report a work injury promptly to preserve your workers' compensation rights. Report in writing and keep a copy.
- File for Workers' Compensation
Workers' comp provides medical coverage and partial wage replacement. File promptly — deadlines apply.
- Ask an Attorney About Third-Party Claims
If anyone other than your employer contributed to your injury, a separate civil lawsuit may be available — and can result in significantly more compensation.
- Call Us for a Free Evaluation
We review your case at no charge and tell you whether a third-party claim is viable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury in Ohio?
Generally no — Ohio's workers' compensation system is the exclusive remedy against your employer. However, you can sue third parties (equipment manufacturers, contractors, property owners) whose negligence contributed to your injury. These lawsuits can include pain and suffering damages that workers' comp does not cover.
What if I was partially at fault for my own workplace accident?
In a third-party lawsuit, Ohio's comparative fault rules apply. You can still recover as long as you were less than 51% at fault.
What is the deadline to file a workplace injury claim in Ohio?
For workers' compensation, notify your employer promptly and file within two years of the injury. For third-party lawsuits, the two-year personal injury statute of limitations generally applies.