Legal Question in Personal Injury in New York

burned hand at work

I received 2nd degree burns on the top of my hands while at work. I am a freelance cater that receives a 1099 from my employer. I was at an event location when I was casually walking by a panini press machine that was turned up high that was being operated by another employee. My hand unknowlingly brushed up against the machine in which I received 2nd degree burns on the top of my hands. I have been home for the past week feeling sick and upset about the burn and the scarring. Can I sue to recover for damages done to my hand..


Asked on 11/04/06, 7:54 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Robert R. Groezinger GroezingerLaw P.C.

Re: burned hand at work

Presently, your issue sounds like a viable matter. However, more information is needed to be known. Feel free to contact this office for a free phone consult.

Good Luck

RRG

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Answered on 11/05/06, 8:59 am

Re: burned hand at work

You should either have a workers' compensation case or a personal injury case but likely not both under the facts you explained. You could receive a nice settlement in the comp case becuase you hurt an extremity. We are the largest workers' comp firm in NY (with 10 local offices) and we also have a negligence department so we can probably help you once we know more facts. Please feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 11/05/06, 9:42 am
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: burned hand at work

Yes, if you can prove negligence.

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Answered on 11/05/06, 6:52 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: burned hand at work

Not if your employer has WC coverage.

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Answered on 11/04/06, 10:10 pm


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