Auto Accidents on the Job
A common misconception is that when you are injured in an automobile accident on the job that the liability insurance company for the negligent person that caused the accident is solely responsible for your injuries. If you are in the scope of your employment, your company’s workers’ compensation insurance company is still responsible for paying for your medical care, your time out of work at two thirds of your average weekly wage once you satisfy the waiting period, and potentially a settlement based on any permanent impairment you may have as a result of the auto accident.
Your company’s workers’ compensation insurance company has the right to be reimbursed from the liability insurance company for what they have paid out on your behalf. But, the liability insurance company is no less responsible because you were in the accident on the job. It can be quite intimidating and confusing to try and deal with both of these insurance companies when this situation arises, as they both are obviously concerned with what is in their best interest, and not yours!
If you have any questions about what to do after an auto accident, whether it happens on the job or not, contact Tippens & Zurosky toll free at (877) 372-3580, or 704-343-0018 to schedule a consultation so that we may assist you. We will deal with the insurance companies for the person that hit you, workers’ compensation if it applies, and work to get both matters satisfactorily concluded for you!
Tippens & Zurosky has represented people involved in auto accidents in North Carolina and South Carolina for nearly twenty years. Let us help you deal with the unexpected, and get your life back on track. Call us toll free at (877) 372-3580, or 704-343-0018 to schedule a consultation so that we may assist you.
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