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WORKPLACE Accidents Lawyers

Injured at Work – Beyond Workers’ Comp

Workers’ compensation is designed to cover your basic medical care and lost wages after a job injury—but what if someone outside your company caused the accident? That’s where a Jersey City workplace accident lawyer can make the difference.


If your injury was caused by another contractor, a negligent property owner, a defective machine, or a reckless driver while you were on the clock, you may have the right to file a third-party injury lawsuit. These cases can provide full compensation for your suffering—not just the limited benefits available under workers’ comp.



Our team knows how to handle both sides: workers’ compensation and personal injury. We help injured workers across Hudson County get the most out of both systems.

When Can You Sue for a Workplace Injury in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, you typically can’t sue your own employer for a work injury—but you can sue any third party who contributed to the accident. Examples include:



  • Injured by another subcontractor on a shared construction site

  • Hurt by a defective machine or tool (product liability claim)

  • Slip and fall on someone else’s property while making a delivery

  • Hit in a car accident while driving for work

  • Exposed to hazardous conditions caused by a property manager or vendor

If someone other than your employer was negligent, you may be entitled to much more than just workers’ comp. Our firm will identify every possible party responsible.

Workers’ Comp + Third-Party Claim – How It Works

A workers’ comp claim and a third-party lawsuit can run at the same time. Comp pays for:


  • Medical care
  • Partial lost wages
  • Some disability benefits

But it doesn’t pay for pain and suffering or full wage loss. That’s where a third-party claim comes in. You can receive:


  • Full lost income
  • Compensation for pain, stress, or trauma
  • Long-term care costs or lifestyle impact
  • Possibly punitive damages if negligence was extreme

If you win money from the third-party claim, workers’ comp may request reimbursement for what they paid. Our work injury attorneys in Jersey City handle this process carefully to make sure you keep as much of your total recovery as possible.

Why File a Third-Party Work Injury Lawsuit?

Workers’ comp helps, but it’s often not enough. A lawsuit lets you recover damages that comp simply doesn’t cover—especially when serious or permanent injuries are involved. Benefits of a lawsuit include:



  • Full wage replacement (not just 70%)

  • Pain and suffering damages

  • Loss of enjoyment of life

  • Future treatment and reduced earning capacity

  • Broader accountability when outside negligence is involved

If you’ve been told your only option is comp, talk to us. That might not be the full story.

Real Examples of Work Injury Liability

Here’s how third-party liability can show up in Jersey City and surrounding job sites:



  • A bricklayer falls through an unguarded opening left by another contractor on a Journal Square job

  • A delivery driver slips on an icy loading dock that wasn’t salted by the property owner

  • A factory worker’s hand is crushed in a defective press machine with no safety guards

  • A city maintenance worker is rear-ended while driving a municipal vehicle through Hoboken

In all of these cases, we can file personal injury lawsuits in addition to handling the comp claim.

How We Handle Workplace Accident Cases

These cases require a dual approach. We:



  • Investigate the full circumstances of the accident
  • Determine whether third-party negligence is involved
  • File a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party
  • Handle your workers’ comp claim for immediate benefits
  • Coordinate benefits and liens to avoid double payment issues

Many personal injury law firms don’t handle comp. Many comp lawyers don’t litigate injuries. We do both. That means you won’t get passed around or left unprotected.

Workplace Accident FAQs

  • Can I sue someone for a work injury and still get workers’ comp?

    Yes. Workers’ comp provides fast coverage, and the lawsuit helps you get everything else you’re owed.

  • What if I’m not an employee—just a contractor?

     Independent contractors don’t get workers’ comp, but you can still sue for negligence like any other injury case. We represent contractors all the time.

  • Will my employer get mad if I sue someone else?

    You’re not suing your employer—you’re holding a third party accountable. Employers cannot legally retaliate against you for asserting your rights.

  • How long do I have to file?

    You generally have 2 years from the date of the injury to file a third-party lawsuit in New Jersey. Workers’ comp deadlines are shorter, so don’t delay.

Contact Us

Talk to a Jersey City Work Injury Attorney Today

If you were injured on the job and someone other than your employer played a role, you may be missing out on serious compensation. Let us evaluate your situation.



Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
Contact us today to discuss your options.