Local Law Firms Home > Workers' Comp Law Overview > Workers' Comp Benefits > Car Accidents When working as a trucker, delivery driver, cab driver, or porter, auto accidents is one of the possible hazards of the job. Auto accidents account for a large percentage of work-related injuries and are covered under workers’ compensation. Auto accidents may also lead to third party causes of action, which allows you to file for workers’ compensation and sue a third party who may be responsible for the accident. This will allow you to get compensation from both your employer and the individual who caused the accident. Have you or someone you love been in a work-related auto accident? Our workers’ compensation lawyers can help you ensure all your accident-related expenses are covered and you are compensated for your time away from work, as well as your pain and suffering. Possible injuries resulting from a car accident can include:
Different states may have different laws regarding car accidents being covered by workers’ compensation. Auto accident workers’ compensation claims may be more likely to be disputed than other types of claims, particularly if it does not involve a worker who generally drives all the time. You may need to verify the accident was not your fault or a result of risky behavior like driving while drunk. Regardless of the details of the accident, if the accident occurred while you were working and representing the company you work for, you should file a workers’ compensation claim. Transportation accidents are one of the highest causes of work-related injuries and deaths. Generally, accidents are not the result of safety violations by the employers. However, they may still be covered by workers’ compensation. Understanding your rights after an accident will help you to get the compensation you deserve for your injuries, as well as any loss of time at work and more. Do you care about someone who has been in a work-related accident? Our lawyers are here to help make sure everyone gets the compensation they deserve. Workers’ compensation lawyers may also be able to help you with a possible third party cause of action lawsuit. Contact a workers’ compensation attorney in your area for help. Did you know? Highway and transportation accidents are the leading cause of work-related deaths? The increase in work-related accidents due to car accidents is a reflection of the dangerous nature of the work. |