Workplace injuries can be complicated—especially when you're not sure who is responsible or whether you’re entitled to anything beyond workers’ compensation.  

If you’ve been hurt on the job, here are a few first steps that can protect your rights:

1. Report the injury immediately
Tell your supervisor or HR in writing. Delays in reporting can hurt your claim.

2. Get medical attention
Don’t wait. Ask to see a doctor and follow the treatment plan.

3. Document everything
Take notes about what happened, who saw it, and whether anything unsafe was involved.

4. Preserve evidence
If possible, take photos of the scene, your injury, or equipment involved.

5. Talk to a lawyer
Not every workplace injury is limited to a comp claim. If someone other than your employer was involved—or if safety violations were present—you may have additional rights.

Not every injury at work leads to a lawsuit. But some do—especially when outside contractors, dangerous equipment, or safety failures are involved.

I can help you evaluate your situation and determine whether you have a claim that goes beyond workers’ compensation.

There’s no charge to talk—and if your case isn’t one I can take, I’ll do my best to point you in the right direction.