Work Injury
Massachusetts Work Injury Lawyers
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If you are injured at work, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits under Massachusetts law. Filing a workers’ compensation claim is not wrong—and it is not optional. Employers are required by law to carry workers’ compensation insurance to protect employees when workplace injuries occur.Horizon Injury Lawyers has more than 25 years of experience representing injured workers throughout Massachusetts. Our firm helps employees understand their rights, secure wage replacement and medical benefits, and pursue additional claims when another party is responsible for the injury.It is illegal for an employer to fire, discipline, or retaliate against an employee for reporting a work injury or filing a claim.
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Work Injuries
Massachusetts Work Injury Lawyers
The Future of Law is Here
Maximum Recovery. Minimum Stress
If you are injured at work, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits under Massachusetts law. Filing a workers’ compensation claim is not wrong—and it is not optional. Employers are required by law to carry workers’ compensation insurance to protect employees when workplace injuries occur.Horizon Injury Lawyers has more than 25 years of experience representing injured workers throughout Massachusetts. Our firm helps employees understand their rights, secure wage replacement and medical benefits, and pursue additional claims when another party is responsible for the injury.It is illegal for an employer to fire, discipline, or retaliate against an employee for reporting a work injury or filing a claim.
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Work Injuries
Truck driver sustained shoulder injury in Mansfield, MA while picking up freight due to improper packing
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique and results depend on the specific facts and circumstances.
Workers’ Compensation Cases We Handle
Workplace injuries can happen in any job, industry, or work environment. Massachusetts workers’ compensation covers most work-related injuries regardless of fault. While you generally cannot sue your employer directly, additional claims may be available when another party’s negligence contributed to the injury. Our attorneys evaluate every case to ensure no compensation is left on the table. Our firm represents injured workers across Massachusetts in cases involving:
Construction Site Injuries
Construction workers face some of the most dangerous conditions, including falls from heights, machinery accidents, and injuries caused by unsafe job sites or subcontractors.
Slip and Fall Injuries at Work
Wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, and unsafe stairways can lead to serious injuries, even in office or retail environments.
Lifting, Repetitive Stress, and Overuse Injuries
Back injuries, shoulder injuries, and joint damage often develop over time due to repetitive motion, heavy lifting, or physical strain.
Machinery and Equipment Accidents
Injuries involving forklifts, power tools, manufacturing equipment, and defective machinery can result in permanent disability or loss of function.
Third-Party Work Injuries
If your work injury was caused by someone other than your employer—such as a subcontractor, property owner, or equipment manufacturer—you may be entitled to a third-party personal injury claim in addition to workers’ compensation benefits.
Worksite Injuries Entitle You to Benefits—and Third-Party Claims May Provide Full Recovery
The sudden workplace injury
A workplace accident can happen in an instant on a construction site, inside a warehouse, or during a routine delivery run. Injuries like crushed limbs, severe spine damage, traumatic brain injuries, repetitive strain, and chemical exposure can halt your career overnight and create severe medical debt.
Common causes of work accidents
Workplace hazards exist across all industries in Massachusetts. Failing to enforce safety protocols or maintain heavy machinery often results in preventable, devastating incidents.
Understanding Massachusetts workers' comp
Under M.G.L. Chapter 152, most Massachusetts employers are legally required to carry workers' compensation insurance. It provides no-fault coverage for medical treatments and partial wage replacement while you are disabled from working.
Critical records to protect your claim
Insurance carriers frequently dispute whether an injury occurred "in the course of employment." Collecting contemporaneous documentation immediately after an incident prevents insurers from denying coverage.
Going beyond workers' comp: Third-party claims
While workers' comp prevents you from directly suing your employer, you can file a separate personal injury lawsuit against negligent third parties (like sub-contractors, equipment manufacturers, or property owners) to recover full lost wages, pain, and suffering.
What workers' comp adjusters will argue
Insurance adjusters often try to minimize payouts or prematurely terminate benefits before you have reached Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI).
Navigating the DIA appeal process
If the workers' comp insurer denies your claim or cuts off disability payments, your case goes before the Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) for conciliation, conference, and formal hearings.
Massachusetts Work Injury Rules at a Glance
What to Do After a Work Injury
Get Medical Attention
Seek medical care immediately after a workplace injury. Prompt treatment protects your health and creates essential documentation connecting your injury to your job.
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Report the Injury to Your Employer
Report your injury as soon as possible. Delays can be used by insurance companies to dispute or deny claims.
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Document the Injury and Work Conditions
Take photos of the accident scene, unsafe conditions, or equipment involved. Keep records of medical visits, missed work, and symptoms.
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Follow Medical and Work Restrictions
Failing to follow medical advice or returning to work too soon can jeopardize your benefits.
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Speak With a Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Workers' compensation insurers often attempt to minimize benefits or deny claims altogether. Horizon Injury Lawyers is known throughout Massachusetts for protecting injured workers' rights and maximizing available benefits.
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Why Horizon?
Our team serves clients in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, and Cape Verdean Creole — which matters in place where a large share of residents speak a language other than English at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury in Massachusetts?
Generally, no. Workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy against your employer for work-related injuries. However, you may have a claim against third parties (e.g., a manufacturer of defective equipment, another company, a negligent driver). An attorney can identify whether third-party liability exists alongside your workers' comp claim.
What is a third-party claim and how is it different from workers' comp?
Workers' comp provides wage replacement and medical coverage but limits recovery. A third-party claim is a lawsuit against someone other than your employer (e.g., a contractor, manufacturer, or driver) whose negligence caused your injury. Third-party claims can recover full damages including pain and suffering. You can pursue both simultaneously, though some recovery must reimburse workers' comp.
Can I be fired for filing a workers' comp claim?
No. Massachusetts law prohibits retaliation against employees for filing workers' compensation claims. Firing, demotion, or harassment in response to a claim is illegal. If you are terminated after filing, consult an attorney immediately—retaliation claims have different remedies and shorter deadlines than workers' comp claims.
What if I was injured driving for work?
You likely qualify for workers' compensation for medical costs and lost wages. Additionally, if another driver or vehicle caused the accident, you may have a third-party claim. Your employer's commercial auto insurance may also apply. An attorney can maximize recovery from all available sources while protecting your workers' comp benefits.