{"id":3123,"date":"2026-08-13T02:08:19","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T02:08:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-74-180-255.nip.io\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/workplace-machinery-amputation-attorney\/"},"modified":"2026-09-22T15:45:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T15:45:48","slug":"workplace-machinery-amputation-attorney","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/workplace-machinery-amputation-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Workplace Amputation Injury Attorney | Limb Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Person using a wheelchair looking forward with quiet resolve after a catastrophic spinal injury.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-using-a-wheelchair-looking-forward-with-quiet-resolve-photo-103-3.png\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Workplace Amputation &amp; Limb Loss<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">When a Workplace Accident Costs You a Limb<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">If you&#x27;ve lost a finger, hand, foot, or limb at work, you may have more than a workers&#x27; compensation claim. We help injured workers pursue third-party claims against negligent employers, equipment makers, and others responsible for your injury.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published September 22, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Workplace Amputation Injury Attorney: Your Third-Party Claim Beyond Workers&#8217; Comp<\/h2>\n<p>Did you lose a limb in a workplace or machinery accident? Here is something most injured workers are never told: <strong>Workers&#8217; compensation is usually not your only option.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Many amputation victims think workers&#8217; comp is all they get. It isn&#8217;t. You can often bring a separate claim against a machine maker, a maintenance contractor, or another company at fault. That claim can pay what comp never will. It is usually where the money for a lifetime of care comes from.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for the injured worker and the family beside them. You face surgery, prosthetics, lost income, and a changed future. You also face something less talked about: the emotional weight of permanent limb loss, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/amputation\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20354570\">the phantom-limb pain that can linger for years<\/a>, and the psychological adjustment to a fundamentally altered life. You deserve clear answers about your legal options and what recovery truly costs. A first talk with a licensed attorney is free. There is no obligation.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a free case evaluation now.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/physical-therapist-assisting-a-young-adult-using-a-wheelchai-photo-5-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Physical therapist assisting a young adult using a wheelchair in a rehabilitation gym.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who this is for<\/h2>\n<p>This page helps workers who lost a limb in a machinery or worksite accident. That includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Workers who lost a hand, finger, arm, foot, or leg in a crush, a degloving (skin torn away), or an entanglement injury.<\/li>\n<li>Workers whose limb could not be saved and required surgical amputation after the accident.<\/li>\n<li>Families acting for a loved one in the hospital, or families of a worker who died from the injury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/iif\/\">The U<\/a>.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that in 2022, there were 10,410 nonfatal workplace amputations in the United States. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/iif\/\">The BLS also notes that amputations rank among<\/a> the most severe nonfatal work injuries, with a median of 24 days away from work\u2014far longer than most injuries. These wounds happen in factories, warehouses, and construction sites, as well as on farms, in food plants, machine shops, and loading docks. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is based in Florida and takes catastrophic cases nationwide.<\/p>\n<h2>The machinery and accidents that cause work amputations<\/h2>\n<p>Most workplace amputations come from powerful equipment that was not guarded or maintained properly. In the catastrophic cases our attorneys handle, we see the same failures again and again:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unguarded or defective machinery:<\/strong> presses, saws, conveyors, augers, balers, and industrial rollers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lockout\/tagout (LOTO) failures:<\/strong> LOTO means shutting off and locking a machine during cleaning or repair. When it fails, the machine can start up by surprise. LOTO is required under OSHA rule 29 CFR 1910.147. Breaking it is strong evidence of negligence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Forklift, crane, and heavy-equipment accidents<\/strong> that crush or pin a worker.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Missing safety devices:<\/strong> no machine guard (required under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212), no interlock, or no working emergency stop.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crush injuries<\/strong> between two pieces of equipment or under a heavy load.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Explosions, fires, and severe burns<\/strong> so bad that the limb cannot be saved. Learn more about <a href=\"\/resources\/severe-burn-injuries\/\">severe burn injuries<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Workers&#8217; comp vs. a third-party claim: the confusion that costs workers the most<\/h2>\n<p>This is the most important thing to understand. Please read it twice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Workers&#8217; compensation<\/strong> covers medical care and part of your lost wages. It is fast. You do not have to prove your employer did anything wrong. But it does <strong>not<\/strong> pay for your pain, your suffering, or the full loss of your future earnings. And in Florida, the workers&#8217; comp system (Chapter 440, Florida Statutes) means you generally <strong>cannot sue your direct employer.<\/strong> Many workers stop there. They think comp is all they get.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here is what they miss.<\/strong> You often <strong>can<\/strong> sue other parties who share the blame. This is called a <strong>third-party claim.<\/strong> It is a claim against someone other than your employer. It sits fully outside the workers&#8217; comp system. Possible third parties include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The company that <strong>made or sold<\/strong> the dangerous machine (a product liability claim).<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>maintenance contractor<\/strong> who serviced or repaired the equipment.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>staffing agency<\/strong> or another subcontractor on the site.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>property owner<\/strong> where you were working.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A third-party claim can seek full payment that comp cannot reach by law. That includes pain, suffering, disfigurement, and lifetime earning loss.<\/p>\n<h2>What a workplace amputation claim can recover<\/h2>\n<p>A third-party amputation claim can seek the full lifetime cost of your injury. That means the whole cost, not a small part. Depending on the facts, that may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Current and future medical care,<\/strong> surgeries, and rehabilitation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prosthetics,<\/strong> plus the cost to replace and maintain them for life. Advanced myoelectric prosthetics\u2014limbs that respond to your muscle signals\u2014often cost $40,000 to $150,000 per limb and typically need replacement every 3 to 5 years due to wear and technological advances.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Phantom-limb pain management,<\/strong> including medications, physical therapy, and focused pain clinics. This ongoing cost is often overlooked in initial damage estimates but can span decades.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost wages<\/strong> and reduced future earning power, including vocational retraining and job coaching to help you return to work in a new role.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home and vehicle modifications,<\/strong> adaptive equipment (wheelchair ramps, grab bars, focused controls), and accessibility upgrades.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Psychological and counseling support<\/strong> to address the emotional and identity-related impacts of limb loss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain, suffering, disfigurement,<\/strong> and loss of quality of life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful-death damages<\/strong> for the family, in fatal cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every case is different. No law firm can promise a specific result. The outcome depends on your facts and the evidence. What we can promise is a careful, honest look at what your case is truly worth\u2014and that we will account for the full scope of your lifetime recovery, not just the first surgery.<\/p>\n<h2>Why calling early protects your case: the evidence disappears fast<\/h2>\n<p>This is not a scare tactic. It is how these cases are truly won or lost. The proof that shows a machine was defective or unguarded lives in physical objects and records. These vanish fast:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The machine itself<\/strong> can be repaired, re-guarded, sold, or scrapped within days. That erases the exact condition that hurt you. A lawyer can send a preservation letter (called a spoliation letter). It demands the machine be kept as-is. Without this letter, the employer or machine owner may legally destroy or alter the evidence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>OSHA involvement.<\/strong> Employers must report an amputation to OSHA within <strong>24 hours<\/strong> under 29 CFR 1904.39. Any OSHA inspection report and citation is valuable evidence. But the file and the scene change quickly. Early legal involvement ensures we request and preserve the OSHA report before it is archived or misplaced.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintenance and inspection logs<\/strong> show whether guards were removed, repairs were ignored, or safety protocols were bypassed. These get overwritten, &#8220;lost,&#8221; or destroyed as part of routine document retention policies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Witness memories<\/strong> fade, and co-workers move on to new jobs. Statements taken within days are far more reliable than those gathered months later.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training documentation<\/strong> and safety records prove whether workers were trained on the machine, whether warnings were posted, and whether the employer knew of prior incidents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The sooner an attorney can act, the more of this evidence survives. That is the real, practical reason to call quickly. In Florida, the statute of limitations for negligence claims is two years under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>, but evidence can disappear in days, not years.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How the process works, step by step<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> We listen to what happened. Then we explain your options in plain language.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Immediate preservation.<\/strong> We send a spoliation letter to preserve the machine and all related records. We also request maintenance logs, OSHA reports, witness statements, training records, and safety documents before they are lost or altered.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation and liability analysis.<\/strong> We examine the machine&#8217;s design, maintenance history, and applicable safety standards. We identify every liable party: the manufacturer, maintenance contractors, property owners, and others.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documenting lifetime damages.<\/strong> We work with medical experts, life-care planners, vocational rehabilitation specialists, and prosthetics specialists. Together they map out your lifetime costs\u2014not just immediate medical bills, but phantom-limb pain management, prosthetic replacements over 50+ years, vocational retraining, home modifications, and psychological support.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation \u2014 and trial if needed.<\/strong> We prepare every case as if it will go to court. We are ready to present the full scope of your injury to a jury.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You usually pay nothing upfront. Most catastrophic-injury cases use a <strong>contingency fee.<\/strong> This means the fee comes from any money we recover. It does not come out of your pocket while the case is going on.<\/p>\n<h2>Why choose CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>We focus on catastrophic, life-altering injuries \u2014 not routine cases. So limb loss is core to what we do:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>We investigate the whole picture.<\/strong> That includes machine defects, worksite liability, product-defect theories, and third-party negligence most workers never hear about.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Licensed attorneys admitted to the Florida Bar,<\/strong> handling serious cases nationwide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We document the true lifetime cost<\/strong> of limb loss with medical, prosthetics, vocational, and life-care experts. We do not settle for first-year medical bills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>We understand the emotional and psychological impact<\/strong> of amputation alongside the financial realities. We treat your case as the life-altering event it is.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual English\/Spanish support<\/strong> so language is never a barrier.<\/li>\n<li>An <strong>empathetic, plain-language<\/strong> approach. We treat you like a person, not a file number.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Explore our amputation injury lawyer resources or our broader <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injury-claims\/\">catastrophic injury claims<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I sue if I&#8217;m already getting workers&#8217; comp?<\/summary><p>Yes, often you can. A third-party claim is against a company other than your direct employer. It can run alongside your workers&#8217; comp benefits. In fact, workers&#8217; comp may have a lien on any third-party recovery, but you can still pursue the claim.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Who pays if a defective machine caused it?<\/summary><p>The machine&#8217;s maker or seller may be liable under product liability law. This applies if the equipment was defective, lacked required guarding, or failed to meet industry safety standards.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does workers&#8217; comp pay for pain and suffering?<\/summary><p>No. Workers&#8217; comp does not pay for pain and suffering. A third-party claim is usually the only way to recover those damages, as well as the full cost of lifetime care.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does hiring an attorney cost upfront?<\/summary><p>Most catastrophic-injury firms, including ours, work on a contingency fee. So there is usually no upfront cost to you.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file?<\/summary><p>Deadlines vary by state. In Florida, most negligence claims must be filed within two years under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. But evidence can disappear in days. <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact<\/a> a lawyer promptly.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if my family member died from the injury?<\/summary><p>The family may be able to file a wrongful-death claim. We handle these cases with dignity and care for the family left behind.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to travel to Florida?<\/summary><p>No. We take catastrophic cases nationwide and offer remote consultations. So you can start from home.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/neurosurgeon-examining-a-cervical-spine-mri-scan-showing-a-s-photo-1-7-1024x434.png\" alt=\"Neurosurgeon examining a cervical-spine MRI scan showing a spinal cord injury.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to a workplace amputation injury attorney<\/h2>\n<p>Losing a limb changes everything. But you do not have to sort out your rights alone. A free, no-obligation case evaluation is the simplest first step.<\/p>\n<p>Please act soon. The evidence that proves your case can disappear within days. This is true above all for the machine itself, maintenance records, and witness statements. Florida also uses a comparative-fault rule under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7768.81<\/a>. This means strong early evidence matters.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for your free case evaluation.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Related reading: amputation injury lawyer \u00b7 amputation claim value &amp; lifetime cost \u00b7 <a href=\"\/resources\/severe-burn-injuries\/\">severe burn injuries<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injury-claims\/\">catastrophic injury claims<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Why Choose CHG for Your Amputation Claim<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Third-Party Recovery Beyond Workers&#x27; Comp<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Workers&#x27; compensation covers medical bills and lost wages, but it doesn&#x27;t compensate you for pain, suffering, or permanent disability. We pursue claims against third parties\u2014equipment manufacturers, contractors, property owners\u2014who bear responsibility for your injury.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience with Complex Amputation Cases<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limb loss is catastrophic. We focus exclusively on serious and catastrophic injuries, including amputations. We understand the medical, financial, and emotional toll\u2014and we know how to build a strong claim.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Fees Unless There Is a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We work on contingency. You pay nothing upfront, and we only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Florida-Based, National Reach<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are based in Florida and take cases nationwide. Wherever your workplace accident happened, we can help.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Workplace Amputation Scenarios<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Defective or Unguarded Machinery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A machine without proper guards, emergency stops, or safety features injures your hand or limb. The manufacturer, employer, or maintenance contractor may be liable.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crush Injuries on Construction Sites<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A crane, forklift, or falling object crushes your limb, requiring amputation. Negligent site supervision, equipment failure, or contractor negligence may create a third-party claim.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputation from Electrical Burns or Explosions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Faulty wiring, inadequate lockout\/tagout procedures, or negligent maintenance causes an electrical injury or explosion. You may have a claim against the equipment maker or employer.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputation from Vehicle or Delivery Accidents<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A delivery truck, forklift, or company vehicle causes a crush or impact injury. The vehicle owner, driver, or manufacturer may be responsible.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Workers&#x27; Comp and Third-Party Claims Are Separate<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can pursue both. Workers&#x27; compensation is &#x27;no-fault&#x27; coverage from your employer&#x27;s insurer. A third-party claim is against someone else\u2014a contractor, equipment maker, or negligent party\u2014who caused or contributed to your injury. These claims can run in parallel. Workers&#x27; comp may have a lien on any third-party recovery, but you can still pursue the claim.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Discuss Your Case Today<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Discuss Your Case Today<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What Happens After an Amputation Injury<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immediate Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Amputation requires emergency surgery, infection prevention, and ongoing wound care. Phantom pain, infection, and psychological trauma are common. Document all medical treatment and costs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prosthetics and Rehabilitation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fitting and training with a prosthetic device is expensive and time-consuming. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health support are often necessary for months or years.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lost Income and Earning Capacity<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many amputees cannot return to their previous job. Retraining, job placement, and reduced earning potential are real losses that compensation should address.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Permanent Disability and Quality of Life<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limb loss is permanent. Home modifications, assistive devices, transportation changes, and lifestyle adjustments are lifelong costs that go far beyond workers&#x27; comp benefits.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I sue if I&#x27;m already getting workers&#x27; comp?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, often you can. A third-party claim is against a company other than your direct employer. It can run alongside your workers&#x27; comp benefits. In fact, workers&#x27; comp may have a lien on any third-party recovery, but you can still pursue the claim.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who pays if a defective machine caused it?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The machine&#x27;s maker or seller may be liable under product liability law if the machine was unreasonably dangerous or lacked proper warnings or guards. The employer or contractor who failed to maintain or guard the machine may also be liable.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if my employer is partly to blame?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Florida, you generally cannot sue your employer directly (that&#x27;s what workers&#x27; comp is for). But if a third party\u2014a contractor, equipment maker, or property owner\u2014shares responsibility, you can pursue a claim against them.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much is my amputation claim worth?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every case is different. Compensation depends on the severity of your injury, your age and earning capacity, medical costs, pain and suffering, and liability. We evaluate your specific situation during a free consultation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">You Don&#x27;t Have to Navigate This Alone<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/\">Amputation &amp; Limb Loss Injury Claims: A Guide for Victims and Families<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/workplace-machinery-amputation-claims\/\">Workplace &amp; Machinery Amputation Injury Claims<\/a><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Workplace amputation injury attorney for workers who lost a limb in machinery or job accidents. 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