St. Petersburg Workers' Compensation Injury Attorneys
Suffering a car accident while on the job may constitute a workers' compensation accident. While it is true that an individual may file a personal injury civil action, the workers' compensation matter may still be brought.
At Petruccelli Mason, LLP, our lawyers spend a great deal of time explaining clients' rights to them. Just because it was a car accident, does not mean it's not covered by an employer's workers' compensation coverage. An employee might be entitled to both workers' comp protection and liability through the circuit court system. It is wise to seek the counsel of an experienced and knowledgeable firm to answer all of your questions.
There are numerous issues that arise as to what constitutes "on the job" in these cases. Our knowledgeable attorneys would be happy to discuss the facts of your accident, and offer legal advice as to your options during a free consultation. In essence, Florida statutes specify three situations where a driving accident can be considered on the job:
- If the employee is driving employer-provided transportation while providing a service to the employer
- If the employee is traveling on a special errand on behalf of the employer
- If the employee is subjected to travel on behalf of the employer
If your accident meets any of these criteria, you might be able to receive compensation for lost wages and medical treatment. Contact our firm to learn more.
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