Work accident is an accident that occurs at the employee's workplace, during a business trip or due to the employer (5510 SK art. 13).
SGK Benefits
- Medical treatment expenses
- Temporary disability allowance
- Permanent disability income
- Survivor's pension (in case of death)
- Funeral expenses
Employer Liability
- For damage not covered by SSI
- Wider if there is employer fault
- Material and moral compensation
- Additional liability for OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) violation
Material Compensation
- Loss of earnings
- Treatment expenses
- Caregiver expense
- Funeral expense (death)
Pecuniary Compensation
- Pain, sadness
- Quality of life
- Permanent disability
Supreme Court 21. HD
21. HD adopts that the employer has "objective responsibility", that merely complying with the OHS rules is not enough, and that actual safety must be ensured.
Work accident lawyer is recommended.