Which damages can be claimed for a work accident?

Material Compensation: Medical expenses, income loss, work capacity loss
Moral Compensation: For pain, suffering, grief
Loss of Support: To relatives in fatal accidents

The worker or beneficiaries may seek loss of earnings during incapacity, permanent incapacity compensation, treatment and prosthetic costs, dependents' loss of support (in case of death) and non-pecuniary damages (Code of Obligations arts. 54-56). Payments by the Social Security Institution are deducted at capitalised value through recourse claims. The outcome depends on the specific evidence and the court's assessment; consult an attorney for your individual situation.

What is the time limit for a work-accident compensation case?

Compensation claims are generally subject to a 10-year limitation period under art. 146 of the Code of Obligations. If the work accident also constitutes a criminal offence, the longer criminal limitation periods may apply (art. 72). Limitation runs from the date the accident and the wrongdoer become known. The outcome depends on the specific evidence and the court's assessment; consult an attorney for your individual situation.

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