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Birmingham Workplace Accident Attorneys

Fighting for Workplace Accident Victims in Savannah, Columbus, Macon, & Atlanta

While industries like construction and manufacturing are naturally associated with high risk, serious accidents can occur in any profession. Equipment malfunctions, falling objects, exposure to toxic substances, or vehicle collisions can turn a routine shift into a life-altering event. The injuries that can be sustained in these accidents, such as traumatic brain injuries, amputations, spinal cord damage, and severe burns, frequently require extensive medical intervention and long-term rehabilitation.

If you suffered catastrophic injuries in an accident at work caused by a party other than your employer or a coworker, you may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim and seek compensation beyond what you can obtain through workers’ compensation. Our attorneys at Goldasich, Vick, & McCartney have a proven record of securing multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts for our clients in high-stakes cases, and we can walk you through your rights and legal options at no cost to you. By rigorously investigating the cause of the incident and identifying all sources of liability, we strive to secure the financial resources necessary for your recovery. You owe firm no legal fees unless we help you recover damages.

Our Birmingham workplace accident lawyers are prepared to put our experience and resources to work for you. We can meet with you virtually, so call (205) 922-7146 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation today.

Our Team Can Determine Whether You Can File a Lawsuit for Workplace Accident Injuries

While workers' compensation insurance typically provides benefits regardless of fault, it generally serves as the exclusive remedy against your employer, meaning you cannot usually sue your boss or coworkers for workplace accident injuries, even if they acted negligently. Our firm does not handle workers’ compensation claims. Instead, we focus on analyzing your case to determine if a separate lawsuit is possible. We review the facts to see if an external party, meaning someone other than your employer or a coworker, caused or contributed to your injuries, creating an opportunity for civil litigation.

These third-party personal injury claims can be crucial for securing compensation that workers' compensation simply does not cover, such as the entirety of your lost wages and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. Liability in these matters often rests with outside contractors, manufacturers responsible for defective tools or equipment, or property owners who failed to maintain safe premises. We can carefully evaluate every angle of your accident to identify these negligent parties. If a third-party claim is viable, we can guide you through the process of holding them accountable, aiming to maximize the financial support available for your recovery.

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First, We Listen. Then, We Fight to Win.

Over $800 Million Recovered For Our Clients

Focused on Catastrophic Cases

We dedicate our practice to serious, life-altering injuries, bringing the experience and resources needed to handle the most complex claims.
Over $500 Million Recovered

Our results speak for themselves, with over half a billion dollars recovered for clients through settlements and verdicts in high-stakes, catastrophic cases.
Personal Attention, Powerful Advocacy

We combine hands-on, responsive client service with aggressive strategy, ensuring every client gets the focus, strategy, and results their case deserves.
Every Case Prepared for Trial

Our strategy includes preparing every case for a potential trial, giving us leverage in negotiations and positioning our clients for maximum compensation.

Our Lawyers Can Pursue Maximum Compensation for Catastrophic Workplace Accident Injuries

After suffering serious injuries in a workplace accident, you may be surprised to receive a settlement offer from the at-fault party’s insurance company. While immediate financial relief can be appealing, these initial proposals rarely account for the full scope of your long-term needs. Insurance adjusters frequently attempt to resolve claims before the total extent of your medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost future income is fully understood. Accepting an offer prematurely typically involves signing a release that prevents you from seeking additional funds later, even if your condition worsens or requires unexpected surgeries.

We strongly advise getting legal advice before agreeing to any terms. Our team at Goldasich, Vick, & McCartney can review your case and determine the true value of your claim.

Our workplace accident attorneys take a strategic approach to pursuing the best possible outcome in these cases, which involves:

Identifying all sources of liability. We can comprehensively investigate the accident scene to determine what third parties, such as equipment manufacturers, property owners, or outside contractors, caused or contributed to your injuries. We can work diligently to gather the evidence needed to establish liability.
Calculating long-term costs. We can collaborate with medical experts and life care planners to project the total cost of your future needs, including ongoing rehabilitation, home modifications, and specialized medical equipment, so that your settlement lasts as long as your recovery requires.
Quantifying lost earning capacity. We can work with financial and vocational experts to quantify not only your current lost wages but also the future income and retirement benefits that you will lose if your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous career or working at all.
Advocate for non-economic damages. We can aggressively pursue compensation for the intangible but significant impacts of your injury, such as physical pain, emotional distress, and the loss of enjoyment of life, which are frequently minimized by insurance adjusters.
Preparing for trial from day one. We prepare every case as if it will go to court. This readiness signals to insurance companies that we are serious about your recovery, often incentivizing them to offer a fair settlement rather than face a judge or jury.

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How Long Do I Have to File a Workplace Accident Lawsuit in Alabama or Georgia?

In both Alabama and Georgia, the statute of limitations for filing a third-party personal injury claim stemming from a workplace accident is generally two years from the date you were injured. This means you typically have a strict two-year window to initiate legal proceedings against the negligent party or parties. While this timeframe may appear lengthy, the investigative work required to substantiate a claim is extensive, and if you do not file before this deadline, the courts will likely dismiss your case and bar you from seeking compensation.

We strongly recommend seeking legal counsel immediately following an accident rather than waiting until the deadline approaches, even if you aren’t sure whether you have a strong case. Successful litigation often hinges on evidence that can deteriorate or disappear quickly, such as surveillance footage and the memories of key witnesses. Engaging our attorneys early gives us the best chance to secure crucial evidence, identify all sources of liability, and build a strategic foundation for your claim.

Don’t assume workers’ compensation is your only path to recovery when you suffer catastrophic injuries on the job. Call (205) 922-7146 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation to learn more about how we may be able to help you seek the just compensation you deserve.

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