With very rare exceptions, you cannot sue a South Carolina employer who provides workers’ compensation benefits to its employees. However, there are cases in which it’s possible to file a lawsuit against an outside third party. For example, if a defective power tool on a construction site malfunctioned and caused your injury, you may be able to sue the manufacturer for the faulty product. The prospective attorney should also have sufficient experience to honestly advise you about whether you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit for additional compensation.