In some states the worker compensation laws prevent lawsuits from being filed.
What If The Employer Was At Fault For The Death?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration could levy fines or penalties if it determines that the worker’s employer violated safety rules or regulations, but fines and penalties do nothing to help the family of a worker killed on the job. The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation system, however, may provide financial assistance to the surviving family members.
What If A Third Party Was At Fault For The Death?
Family members also may be entitled to compensation through a negligence claim when a third party is responsible for a worker’s death.
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