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Questioner

My wife had a 200 kilo gravestone placed on her lower leg while working at a funeral home. It was not secured. As a result, she suffered a very deep flesh wound. She was at home for 5 days (home care), but is now in hospital because her condition is getting worse. what now?

Lawyer

First of all I want to wish your wife lots of strength. Hopefully she will be out of the hospital soon and completely better again. Your spouse can hold the employer liable for the damage she has suffered. This includes lower salary, but also household help, extra travel expenses, deductibles, etc. Your spouse can also claim compensation for pain and suffering. The employer is undoubtedly insured for this and will leave the further settlement to the insurance company. I also advise you to seek legal assistance. The costs of this will also be recovered from the employer, so it will not cost anything. Then, for example, it can be discussed with you whether the labor inspectorate will be called in. This may prevent this type of accident from happening again in the future. If you wish, I am happy to assist your wife in recovering the damages. You can then contact me via my profile on this site

Lawyer

Horrible story, the employer will also have to deal with it. I wish a quick recovery. In these types of cases, my office chooses to quickly write a letter in which the facts are recorded and in which it is explained that the employer is held directly liable for legal reasons, with the understanding that you would like to settle everything in a proper and pleasant manner with the insurer(s). Recording everything quickly and properly can be very important for your legal position. Has liability already been acknowledged?