When you get hurt on the job but they have no insurance, what can you do?
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When you get hurt on the job but they have no insurance, what can you do?
Asked on February 7, 2015 under Personal Injury, Virginia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
IF the job was at fault in some way--such as dangerous working conditions; injured by the carelessness of a co-worker--you can sue the employer (and, if it is not an LLC or corporation, it's owner[s]) to recover such things lost wages, out-of-pocket medical costs, even possibly pain and suffering if you have suffered significant long-lasting impairment of life functions or enjoyment. However, suing them would be based on fault; if the employer or your co-workers were not at fault, they would not be liable, or financially responsible to you.
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