Under Indiana Law, you can't sue your employer directly for a personal injury. Your only remedy is worker's compensation, which it sounds like paid you for your medical expenses and permament injury. HOWEVER, you can sue a third party for negligence for an injury caused at work. In this case, you mention that the spoon hook broke (malfunctioned?) and therefore the manufacturer of that piece of equipment may be responsible for your injuries, as well as any pain and suffering that you experienced. You also mention that the accident happened 2 years ago. Hopefully, it was less than 2 years ago because you have EXACTLY 2 years from the date of the accident in which to file a lawsuit. If you do not file the lawsuit within the 2 year statute of limitations, your claim is forever barred. If you have futher questions, please contact me for a free evaluation of your claim.
Answered on Jun 08th, 2015 at 1:02 PM