Suing International Organizations Guide

Summary

Suing an international organization for an accident 24 years ago in Washington, DC may be challenging due to the statute of limitations, typically 3 years for personal injury claims. International organizations might have immunity under international law. If the relative was employed, explore workers compensation or disability benefits. Negotiating a settlement with the organization could be an option. For legal advice, consult an attorney specializing in international law and workers rights. Use resources like the American Bar Association or DC Bar for attorney referrals.

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There was an accident about 24 years ago in building leased long term or partial owned in Washington DC whereby relative was on floor and floor collapsed where relative was plummeted into floor below into live electrical wires and rendered unconscious with teeth exploded and physical and mental capacity damage... how can relative sue intl org on behalf of 'd party who is old, retired and still .?
I understand that you are seeking guidance on how to sue an international organization for an accident that occurred 24 years ago in Washington, DC.
- **Statute of Limitations**: In DC, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally 3 years.
- **International Organizations**: They may have immunity under international law.
Could you provide more details about the international organization involved?
TY excellent advice .. do you suggest option for financial recovery?
You're welcome! For financial recovery, there are a few options to consider:
- **Personal Injury Claims**: Typically, the statute of limitations in Washington, DC is 3 years. Given the incident occurred 24 years ago, this might be challenging.
- **Workers' Compensation**: If the relative was working at the time, there might be compensation available through workers' compensation claims.
- **Negotiation and Settlement**: Attempting to negotiate directly with the international organization for a settlement could be an option.
Could you clarify whether the relative was working at the time of the incident?
Yes relative was employed as career staff and became unable mentally and physically to continue and was given humble pensions
Thank you for the additional information. Here are a few options to explore for financial recovery:
- **Workers' Compensation**: Since the relative was employed, they might be eligible for additional workers' compensation benefits.
- **Disability Benefits**: Explore eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
- **Legal Consultation**: Consider consulting with an attorney specializing in international law and workers’ rights for further options.
Would you like more details on any of these options?
Thank you - any recommendations on law firm or attorney?
I'm glad to help. I cannot recommend specific law firms or attorneys, but I can provide some guidance on how to find one:
- Look for attorneys specializing in international law and workers' rights.
- Check the American Bar Association’s website for attorney directories.
- Contact the DC Bar for local referrals.
Would you like more details on how to contact these organizations?
Thank you
You're welcome! If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Have a great day!