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Florida Company Vehicle Accident Lawyers

Any time you get behind the wheel of a motor vehicle you are at risk of an accident.

You can have a perfect driving record, but that does not do anything for you if another driver makes a mistake.

If you’re injured in a motor vehicle accident while driving (or as a passenger) for a work-related purpose, you have the legal right to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits.

Examples of On-The-Job Auto Accidents

To be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, your accident must have occurred while performing work-related tasks.

Common examples include:

  • Making a delivery
  • Running an errand, such as picking up a part or mailing a package
  • Traveling between work sites
  • Traveling to meet a client

It is important to note that you are not covered by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance policy if you are injured while driving to or from work. At this point, you are not “on the clock.”

The one exception to this rule is if your employer pays you for travel time.

Who Caused the Accident?

In a conventional motor vehicle accident — such as one that occurs while you are driving on vacation — fault plays a big part in determining how much compensation you can receive.

With a vehicle accident at work, as it pertains to the workers’ compensation system, this is not the case.

If You’ve Been Injured On The Job Call us today at  561-687-5660 or contact us online using our free and secure submission form. We are available 24/7 to assist you and offer FREE initial consultations.

You have the legal right to file a claim and receive benefits no matter who was at fault. This is true even if you caused the accident.

What About a Third-Party Injury Claim? Call a Florida Workplace Vehicle Accident Lawyer

You already know that you can file a workers’ compensation claim, but you should not necessarily stop there.

If another party’s negligence caused your accident, you can also file a third-party injury claim. This allows you to seek additional compensation.

With a third-party injury claim, you must prove that the accident was caused by another party, such as the result of distracted or reckless driving. This has the potential to complicate your claim, especially if who was at fault is not clear.

Depending on your injuries and related damages, you may be able to receive many forms of compensation through a workers’ compensation claim

This includes things such as lost wages, rehabilitation (such as physical therapy), and out-of-pocket medical expenses.

A consultation with an experienced Florida workers’ compensation attorney will help you decide the best course of action.

What Are Your Legal Rights After a Workplace Vehicle Accident? Discuss with Florida Workplace Vehicle Accident Lawyer

Regardless of where or how the accident occurred, there are several distinct steps you should take after a workplace vehicle crash:

  • Move to safety: If possible, move your vehicle to a safe place — such as the shoulder of the road — and assess yourself for injuries.
  • Call for help: Call 911 to request an ambulance and police assistance.
  • Receive medical treatment: No matter how you feel, never turn down medical treatment. This can harm your ability to obtain workers’ compensation benefits.
  • Consult with an attorney: Once time allows, consult with an experienced workplace vehicle accident attorney who can review your case and answer your questions.

Your health is your top priority, but your legal rights and financial circumstances should never be overlooked.

Contact a Florida Workplace Vehicle Accident Attorney

At Sternberg / Forsythe, PA, we understand that even good drivers can suffer severe injuries in a motor vehicle accident.

If you were injured in a workplace vehicle accident, contact us online or via phone at 561-687-5660.

With 40+ years of combined experience in the workers’ compensation field, our lawyers know what you are going through and how to help you through this difficult time.

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