QUESTION
Can I receive compensation for cutting off thumb on aunt’s job site?
Asked on Oct 14th, 2012 on Personal Injury - California
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I worked for my aunt for a few months, not an employee to her, just making a few extra dollars on the side. I cut my thumb off working for her. She said i couldn’t file workers comp and hid the injury from the general contractors!
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William C. Gosnell
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Answered on May 21st, 2013 at 2:30 AM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Beverly Hills, CA
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Engelman Law, APC
You may have a great workers' comp case. You should contact a lawyer as soon as possible to help you maximize your chances of recovery.
Answered on Oct 18th, 2012 at 2:41 PM
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You should call an attorney to discuss the facts of your employment further. You may have a few different options.
Answered on Oct 17th, 2012 at 8:22 PM
Ronald A. Steinberg
You, my friend, have a problem. If you were an EMPLOYEE, then you MAY be able to get comp. Usually, family members are excluded. If you were an independent contractor, then NO.
Answered on Oct 17th, 2012 at 2:57 PM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Charlotte, NC
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Workers compensation is for employees only, not for independent contractors or folks just helping out to pick up a buck. Not clear what your plan is but don't try to defraud anyone. insurance fraud is serious criminal business.
Answered on Oct 17th, 2012 at 12:52 PM
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Nice aunt! Most homeowners have insurance that covers a casual worker, and in the alternative, insurance that covers medical expenses for someone injured while a guest on the property. Write her a letter stating that you are making a claim against her homeowners insurance.
Answered on Oct 17th, 2012 at 12:05 PM
Contact your State's Worker's Compensation's Office for assistance in filing a work-related complaint.
Answered on Oct 16th, 2012 at 12:25 PM
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You may be able to file against the general contractor. Employees of subcontractors are usually considered employees of the general contractor for purposes of workers compensation.
Answered on Oct 16th, 2012 at 12:24 PM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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You have a claim and should see a lawyer. You should have been covered by worker's compensations.
Answered on Oct 16th, 2012 at 11:17 AM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Century City, CA
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If your aunt had home owners insurance you may be able to bring a bodily injury claim.
Answered on Oct 16th, 2012 at 11:17 AM