Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

Can I sue civil and still collect w/comp?

I was injured on the job in 2001.

I have a spine injury due to not seeing a step down at this car dealership I was delivering to . there were no warning signs, etc.

I am currently on TDD workers comp through my employer.

Can I sue the car dealership in a personal injury civil suit in addition to receiving workers compensation?

If so what is the statue of limitations on that?


Asked on 6/02/03, 6:14 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Selik www.SelikLaw.com

Re: Can I sue civil and still collect w/comp?

Yes, depending on relationship of your employer to car dealership.

If injured this year, then two years (new law).

If last year, probably two years, but not clear, I would count on one year.

Joel Selik

800-894-289

www.SelikLaw.Com

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Answered on 6/04/03, 8:43 pm
Alvin Tenner Law Office of Alvin G. Tenner

Re: Can I sue civil and still collect w/comp?

You can sue the dealership. As the statute has changed,I cannot tell you when to file, but see an attorney ASAP.

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Answered on 6/04/03, 9:11 pm


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