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Workplace Accident Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale

Millions Recovered for Injured Clients.

A work injury can derail your health and livelihood. While workers’ compensation may cover some medical bills and wage benefits, many cases also involve third-party liability contractors, property owners, drivers, or product manufacturers unlocking additional compensation. Inserra Law Firm protects your rights and fights for the maximum recovery you’re entitled to.

Why Choose Inserra Law Firm for Your Workplace Injury Case?

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Worksite claims are complex: multiple entities, competing insurers, OSHA and code issues, and finger-pointing among contractors. We combine aggressive negotiation with trial-ready strategy.

  • Experience with multi-party construction and industrial claims
  • Rapid evidence preservation (videos, contracts, maintenance logs)
  • Access to safety, engineering, and medical experts
  • Clear communication 24/7 · No fees unless we win
  • Learn more in About and review our Case Results

Do You Need a Workplace Accident Lawyer in Florida?

Workers’ comp is often not the only path. You may have a separate personal injury claim against negligent third parties. We:

Identify all responsible entities and insurance layers
Preserve incident and safety evidence before it disappears
Coordinate medical documentation (objective findings and functional limits)
Value future care, lost earning capacity, and non-economic harm

Understanding Workplace Accident Claims in Fort Lauderdale

Common Work Incidents We Handle

  • Construction site injuries: falls from heights, scaffolding/catwalk failures, ladder and roof falls
  • Struck-by/caught-in machinery, crane and forklift incidents, trench and excavation collapses
  • Electrical shocks, arc flash, burns, explosions, chemical exposures
  • Slip/trip hazards at warehouses, hotels, restaurants, hospitals
  • On-the-job vehicle crashes (company car, delivery, rideshare, roadway work zones)

Who Can Be Liable (Beyond Workers’ Comp)?

  • General contractors and subcontractors (unsafe coordination, supervision, sequencing)
  • Property owners/managers (premises hazards, code violations)
  • Product/equipment manufacturers and distributors (defects, failure to warn)
  • Third-party drivers and commercial carriers (roadway collisions)
  • Maintenance vendors/lessors (improper repair or servicing)

Evidence That Moves the Needle

  • Incident reports, supervisor notes, OSHA logs/inspections, safety meeting records
  • Contracts/subcontracts, site-specific safety plans (SSSP), JHAs/JSAs, training records
  • Photos/video, CCTV, body-cam, telematics, black-box/vehicle data
  • Work orders, maintenance logs, lockout-tagout (LOTO) records
  • Medical records, imaging, therapy progress, duty restrictions

Florida Law: Your Rights After a Work Injury

Workers’ Comp vs. Third-Party Claims

  • Workers’ comp: generally your remedy against the employer (medical and wage benefits).
  • Third-party claim: separate lawsuit against non-employer parties whose negligence contributed this is where you may recover pain & suffering and full damages.

Comparative Negligence (51% Rule)

You can recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault; any percentage of fault reduces compensation proportionally.

Insurance Layers That May Apply

Commercial general liability (CGL) and excess/umbrella
Commercial auto/UM-UIM (if there was a crash)
Premises liability of the property owner
Product liability (machines, tools, batteries, e-bikes/equipment, defective PPE)

What Is My Workplace Injury Case Worth?

Damages You Can Recover (Third-Party Claim)

Economic: ER, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, devices, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, medical transport, future care
Non-Economic: pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life
Work-specific damages: retraining, accommodations, career impact

Value drivers: injury severity and permanence, need for surgeries/therapies, work restrictions, evidence of safety/code violations, and number of available policies.

Common Workplace Injuries

  • Fractures; shoulder/knee/hip injuries; herniated discs
  • Lacerations, partial amputations, crush injuries
  • Thermal/chemical/electrical burns
  • Concussions/TBI and vestibular disorders
  • Repetitive strain injuries (fact-dependent)
  • PTSD, anxiety, and depression related to the trauma

What is the legal process?

Our Step-by-Step Legal Process

Free Consultation: event timeline, involved entities, and coverages
Investigation: early evidence preservation and spoliation letters
Experts: safety/OSHA, engineering, reconstruction, biomechanics, vocational and life-care economics
Negotiation: demands supported by proof and future-care projections
Litigation if Needed: trial when insurers refuse to pay fair value

How Insurers & Defendants Undervalue Worksite Claims (and How We Respond)

  • “Worker’s fault / didn’t follow training” → we audit real training, supervision, production pace, and practicality of PPE/controls
  • “Low speed = minor injury” → objective clinical documentation and expert opinions
  • “Early offer” without future medicals → life-care plan and reduced earning capacity valuation
  • Contract/subcontract status disputes → analysis of agreements, indemnity, and operational control

A Guide for a Workplace Accident

What to Do After a Workplace Accident in Fort Lauderdale

  1. Report the incident immediately and seek medical care; follow all instructions
  2. Document with photos/video, identify witnesses, and save damaged equipment/clothing
  3. Request copies of reports, training records, and applicable safety policies
  4. Do not give recorded statements to third-party insurers without legal counsel
  5. Keep receipts, work restrictions, comp forms, medical orders, and a symptom journal

Explore related resources: Construction Accidents, Product Liability, Car Accidents (on-the-job), and Blog/Resources.

Results and Success Stories

Proven Results for Our Clients

$525,000 – major injury with surgery (illustrates advanced valuation)
$245,000 – liability initially denied (favorable settlement)
$100,000 – policy limits despite disputed fault
Don’t be a statistic get legal help today.

The solution you’ve been looking for

How Inserra Law Firm Can Help You

Identification of all responsible parties and available policies
Coordination with medical specialists and safety/engineering experts
Maximizing compensation for pain, lost wages, and future care (third-party claims)
Close, compassionate support throughout your recovery
No upfront costs we only get paid if we win

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