Tim
Valparaiso,#2Consumer Comment
Wed, May 12, 2004
Blanca... If your story is true, and if you haven't already done so, you need to get yourself a lawyer. I'm not qualified to give out legal advice, but you seem to have a solid case against your employer that could potentially more than make up for the economic difficultuies that your termination has caused you. Employers are under a duty to provide a safe workplace. If you made your employer aware of the threats you were facing, and they failed to act on your report, and as a result you were injured by the intentional acts of a co-worker, you could probably hold the employer liable not only for your medical bills, but also for pain and suffering, lost wages, and any future difficulties you may face as a result of your injuries. You could potentially obtain a judgment against the co-worker who battered you for the same items, as well as punitive damages. If you're worried about paying for a lawyer, you shouldn't be. Lawyers generally take these types of cases on a contingency basis. This means that, rather than paying up front, your lawyer will take a portion of the settlement. Check around with some attorneys and see if they think you have a case. If your story is true, then you seem to deserve some hefty compensation. Good luck!