If you are a welder injured by your exposure to Manganese fumes, you're probably eligible for Workers' Compensation (dependent on the applicable state law). However, it's important to remember that injured workers cannot recover for pain and suffering through Workers' Compensation. In fact, Workers' Compensation rarely provides enough money for all the damages sustained due to your exposure including medical benefits, lost wages and lost work opportunities. There are also specific time limits on how long you are eligible to collect benefits (especially since the damage done by exposure to Manganese fumes can NEVER be repaired).
You, as well as your spouse, may be able to recover for the damages that Workers' Compensation won't cover by suing. Your spouse may also be able to recover for damages for the impact your exposure has had on your life together. You can even bring a Workers' Compensation claim and also file a lawsuit. Damages you can recover through a lawsuit include compensation for:
- Past and future pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Lost wages and work opportunities
- Loss of employer funded pension, health insurance, annuities and vacation funds
- Loss of household services
It's important that you call us at 800-966-4999 and find out exactly what your legal rights are. See why our law firm has recovered over $100 million on behalf of our clients. Don't rely on your employer or the insurance company to tell you what your rights are. The insurance company is not there to help you. That's our job.
