Kelly, Goodman and Tillger: Proactive Legal Defense
If negligence or malicious intent have caused you harm on or off the job, it is in your best interest to seek legal advice from a law firm you trust. Depending on the nature of your injuries and the circumstances that caused them, you may be eligible for extensive compensation. The right lawyer can help you determine what type of compensation is available and whether you have a viable case. From there, your attorney can build a strong case, complete with exceptional evidence and convincing negotiations. You could emerge with compensation for your medical bills and loss of work, and perhaps even punitive damages.
The skilled legal team at Kelly, Goodman and Tillger handles a variety of workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. With Kelly, Goodman and Tillger’s help, you may be able to secure justice while obtaining the remuneration you deserve.
Workers’ Compensation
Mandated by the state of Pennsylvania, workers’ compensation is an insurance program designed to compensate employees harmed on the job. Compensation is available even if the employee is believed to be partially at fault for the injury. Because employees have the right to compensation without proving fault, they must agree not to sue their employer for damages.
Personal Injury
Personal injury cases are similar in many respects to workers’ compensation cases, but they do not occur when the victim is on the job. Another significant difference is the role of fault; in a personal injury case, a preponderance of the evidence must indicate that the victim’s injuries were caused by negligence or negative willful intent. Technically, personal injury cases can happen at a place of employment, but not while the victim is on the job. More commonly, however, the victim is a customer, patient, or resident, as in premise liability, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse cases. Other types of personal injury cases include car accidents, motorcycle accidents, dog bites, and slip and fall.
Securing Damages
The steps to obtaining compensation will vary considerably based on whether your case is classified as workers’ compensation or personal injury. It is in your best interest to work with somebody who possesses a thorough understanding of both legal areas. Your case will rest in good hands if you turn to Kelly, Goodman and Tillger, a Pennsylvania law firm with an impressive track record of success. Get in touch today to learn more about the range of legal services offered at Kelly, Goodman and Tillger.