The general rule is that an employer can't be held liable for the acts of an independent contractor. However, it's not absolute. You have options.
It all depends on how much control the employer maintains over the job site. There’s a list of factors and tests that go in to determine how much control and if you meet that threshold, you may be able to sue in a personal injury lawsuit.
Another avenue is for premise liability. The employer has an obligation to keep the premises free from hazards.
If these two paths are not right for your situation, there may still be an avenue in either a workman’s compensation claim or a personal injury lawsuit against your direct employer.
If you’re a contractor and you’ve been injured on the job, contact Cammack Friedman law firm and schedule a free consultation.
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