Why a Workers' Compensation Case Isn't Like a Personal Injury Case

One of the biggest misconceptions I see is the belief that workers’ compensation and personal injury claims are basically the same. They’re not. These are completely different systems governed by different laws, rules, and processes, and not all injury lawyers are equipped to handle both.

In a personal injury case, the focus is often on proving fault and recovering damages like pain and suffering. But in workers’ compensation, it’s not about who caused the injury; it’s about whether it happened in the course of your job. The benefits are also structured differently, and the timeline for getting results can be very specific. It’s a world of forms, hearings, medical opinions, and very strict procedures. You need someone who knows how that system works and who’s dedicated to working within it on your behalf.

That’s exactly what I do at Santoro Injury Law, LLC. I’ve spent years focusing on the ins and outs of Connecticut’s workers’ compensation process. I’ve represented injured employees from a wide range of industries, including many from Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun, where job-related injuries are common but often misunderstood by insurance adjusters.

Whether your injury involves heavy lifting, repetitive motion, a slip and fall, or a more complex trauma, I’ll help you pursue the benefits you’re entitled to. And if your employer or insurer challenges your claim, I’ll be ready to represent you at hearings before the Workers' Compensation Commission.