Bellevue Work Injury Attorneys

Representing Injured Workers from Any Industry

Suffering a work-related injury can impact your health, finances, and ability to provide for your family all at once. While workers’ compensation is often the first thought for many employees, it’s important to understand that some cases may require pursuing a civil injury claim to recover full and fair compensation. For such complex cases, that’s where the Bellevue work injury attorneys of Carpenter & Zuckerman can step in and take the lead. We focus on representing injured workers who need to file a personal injury claim, rather than a workers’ comp case, and help them secure the justice and compensation they deserve. If you’ve been injured on the job in Bellevue, see how we can guide you every step of the way. 

We represent injured workers from every industry in Bellevue, such as:

• Technology and software development
• Healthcare
• Construction
• Retail and hospitality
• Manufacturing and warehousing
• Transportation and logistics

If your work injury was caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, contact us today at (425) 585-4009 and ask for a free consultation.

Examples of Work Injuries & Accidents

Workplace injuries can occur in a variety of ways, and they’re not always the result of an employee’s mistakes. In some cases, the answer might be to file a work injury claim to pursue compensation.

Some common examples of work injuries and accidents that can lead to an injury claim include:

• Traumatic Injuries: Falls from heights, machinery accidents, or vehicle collisions can result in serious harm.
• Repetitive Strain Injuries: Tasks performed repeatedly over time, such as typing or heavy lifting, can lead to debilitating conditions.
• Defective Equipment Injuries: Malfunctioning tools or machinery can cause severe accidents.
• Harmful Exposures: Prolonged contact with toxic chemicals, faulty safety gear, or unsafe work environments can lead to injuries or illnesses.
• Workplace Violence: Physical altercations or assaults in the workplace can result in physical and psychological injuries.

Why the Civil Injury Claim Process May Be Needed

Workers’ compensation is often regarded as the safety net for injured employees, but it doesn’t always provide the full financial recovery workers need to rebuild their lives. In some cases, it doesn’t provide any recovery because the injured worker doesn’t have coverage.

A work injury claim might be necessary for cases involving:

• Accidents Caused by Third Parties: If a subcontractor, vendor, or equipment manufacturer is responsible for your injury, a civil claim can hold them accountable.
• Insufficient Benefits: Workers’ compensation does not cover damages like pain and suffering or the full scope of lost wages. A civil claim may help secure additional compensation to address these gaps.
• No Benefits: With no workers’ compensation coverage, you might only be able to seek compensation through an injury claim.
• Employer Negligence or Intentional Harm: If your injury resulted from your employer’s reckless behavior or deliberate actions, you may have grounds for a lawsuit.

By pursuing a claim through the civil injury process, injured workers can seek financial recoveries that might not have been otherwise possible through the workers’ compensation system, including damages for emotional distress, pain, and suffering. Keep in mind, though, that if you have workers’ compensation and can use it in your circumstance, you are very likely barred from using a civil injury claim, regardless of how the work injury occurred. We can help you understand and explore your options.

Get Legal Guidance from Our Attorneys

When you decide to file a civil injury claim, start by coming to Carpenter & Zuckerman, serving injured workers across Bellevue. We’re dedicated to guiding you through every step of the process, so nothing ever feels out of reach or overwhelming.

A few of the many ways that we can help you are:

• Conducting Thorough Investigations: We analyze the details of your accident to identify all liable parties and gather the necessary evidence for your claim. If you are filing a personal injury claim, not a workers’ comp claim, proving liability is necessary, which makes compelling evidence highly important.
• Preparing a Strong Case: We can work with medical professionals, financial experts, and safety specialists to fully cover the scope of your injuries and losses.
• Attempting to Negotiate With Insurers: We handle communications with insurance companies that otherwise might have tried to walk all over your claim if you were unrepresented.
• Litigating When Necessary: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we will be prepared to take your case to trial and fight for the justice you deserve.
• Keeping Our Rates Fair: You won’t pay any legal fees unless we win your case, so you can focus on recovery without financial uncertainty. We also pride ourselves on offering fair, competitive rates that keep your recovery in mind.