Employer's liability in the event of an industrial accident

Questioner

My husband fell backwards while cleaning his truck. He got caught on something with the knee pads of his new work pants (provided by employer), lost his balance, fell backwards from his truck and broke his wrist. His wrist was put in a cast and now we got the bill from our health insurance and had to pay 220 euros (own risk) for this. Are these costs for the employer since this is an industrial accident?

Lawyer

Yes, the employer can be held liable for the damage your husband suffered due to an industrial accident. This concerns the so-called material damage such as damage to clothing and extra costs that you had to make, but also compensation for pain and discomfort. If you need help with this, you can contact me via my profile on this site.

Lawyer

Dear Madam, With these facts, your case does have a chance of success, but it does depend on how exactly this accident could have happened and whether the employer, for example, took measures to prevent this accident. I do not expect the employer's insurer to simply accept liability. Given the nature of the injury, it is wise to engage an LSA lawyer. If you have any questions, you can call me.

Lawyer

My office handles personal injury cases more often, but then it usually involves higher amounts. You want your own contribution to be paid. That is such a low amount that I would advise the employer to agree to it quickly. Have you been in touch? Possibly. If they don't want anything, do you have legal expenses insurance that will pay your legal expenses?