In many situations, we will file a workers compensation case and open a claim to get benefits. However, there are certain situations when a third party is responsible or partially at fault for your injuries, such as construction work accidents, you were exposed to a toxic substance, malice was involved, or defective product caused the injury. In these cases, and many more, we should discuss pursing a third party claim in addition to the workers compensation you will be receiving for medical expenses and lost wages.