Injured worker sues Matteson Marine Service
An injured worker has sued Matteson Marine Service, alleging that the company failed to provide him a safe workplace. According to the lawsuit, the worker was injured because Matteson Marine Service was negligent.
The worker also claims that the company failed to provide him with maintenance and cure. Or, put another way, that they failed to pay him any money while he was recuperating and failed to pay for his medical treatment.
You can read more about the case by clicking here.
What do you think about companies that fail to pay for proper medical care when an employee is injured?
Should the worker just "suck it up" and go back to work? Or should the company provide the best care possibl since the worker was hurt at work?
We welcome your comments.
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Employer trying to get you to give a recorded statement? Click here to learn the truth about recorded statements and the best way to handle this request.
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Your employer may be keeping secrets from you if you are hurt offshore. Click here to read about The Secrets Your Employer May Not Want You To Know If You Are Injured Offshore.
