What’s the difference between workers’ comp and a third-party claim?

Workers’ comp pays for medical bills and some lost wages if you were injured on the job. A third-party claim lets you recover for pain and suffering, full lost income, and other related damages if someone else’s negligence caused your injury.

Can I sue my employer directly?

In most Maryland cases, no. Workers’ comp laws generally protect employers from lawsuits—but we can still sue other responsible parties

How do I know if a third party is involved?

That’s where we come in. We’ll investigate the worksite, equipment, and all parties involved to determine if someone outside your company played a role.

How long do I have to file a claim in Maryland?

You typically have three years from the date of injury—but act fast. Evidence disappears quickly in worksite cases.

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Not every injury is limited to a workers’ comp claim.

Workplace Accidents vs. Workers’ Comp

Workers’ compensation covers most on-the-job injuries, regardless of fault. However, it does not always cover everything. You usually can not sue your employer for most injuries, but you can bring a claim against a negligent third party.

These include:

Subcontractors
Property owners
Equipment or tool manufacturers
Delivery drivers or vendors / Ride share drivers / Uber or Lyft
Other negligent actors

If someone besides your employer contributed to your injury, we may be able to pursue additional compensation for things like pain and suffering, something workers’ comp does not provide.

Note: We do not handle standard workers’ compensation claims, but we help identify and pursue third-party liability cases when applicable. If you need a referral to a competent worker’s comp attorney, we know several.

Common Workplace Injury Cases We Handle

We focus on serious accidents with third-party liability.

Defective Equipment

Malfunctioning tools or unsafe machinery can lead to severe injuries—and may be the responsibility of the manufacturer or supplier.

Electrical or Burn Injuries

Improperly grounded wiring or unsafe environments can result in lasting harm or death.

Industrial Accidents

In factories or warehouses, poor safety practices can cause crushing injuries, amputations, toxic exposure, or death

Vehicle-Related Work Injuries

If you’re hurt by a negligent driver while working—such as on a road crew, or delivery driver, or just driving between sales meetings —you may have a valid claim outside of workers’ comp.

Work injuries can be long-term—and expensive to recover from.

Severe Injuries & Compensation

We help injured workers pursue full compensation when third-party negligence is involved. These injuries often include:

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Back & spinal cord damage
Amputations or crush injuries
Burn injuries
Fractures & orthopedic trauma
Wrongful death

We pursue damages for:

Emergency & long-term medical care
Lost wages & future income loss
Pain, suffering & reduced quality of life
Disability accommodations or retraining needs
Wrongful death

We help you understand all your options—not just what workers’ comp covers.

Your Rights After a Workplace Injury

Even if you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim, you may be entitled to more if another party played a role in your injury. Our team investigates worksite conditions, equipment safety, and who had responsibility for what. We do not make promises we cannot keep—but we do promise to treat your case seriously and personally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between workers’ comp and a third-party claim?

Workers’ comp pays for medical bills and some lost wages if you were injured on the job. A third-party claim lets you recover for pain and suffering, full lost income, and other related damages if someone else’s negligence caused your injury.
Can I sue my employer directly?

In most Maryland cases, no. Workers’ comp laws generally protect employers from lawsuits—but we can still sue other responsible parties
How do I know if a third party is involved?

That’s where we come in. We’ll investigate the worksite, equipment, and all parties involved to determine if someone outside your company played a role.
How long do I have to file a claim in Maryland?

You typically have three years from the date of injury—but act fast. Evidence disappears quickly in worksite cases.

Helping Injured Workers Across Prince George’s County & Southern Maryland

From construction sites in Fort Washington to warehouses in Oxon Hill and road crews in Waldorf, we’ve helped clients throughout PG County and Southern Maryland. We understand how worksite accidents happen—and how to hold third parties accountable.

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