Injured in a car accident while working as a nurse? Whether you're a travel nurse, hospital nurse commuting between facilities, or home health nurse driving to patient homes - you may have workers' comp AND a third-party injury claim.
(215) 206-9068 FREE CONSULTATION - NO FEE UNLESS WE WINHealthcare workers are on the road more than many people realize. Between traveling to patient homes, commuting between hospital campuses, picking up supplies, and driving after exhausting shifts - nurses face significant accident risks.
"Healthcare workers are some of the hardest-working people I represent. So many nurses don't realize this: fault isn't relevant in Workers' Compensation. Even if you fell asleep after a double shift, you still have a Work Comp case. For the third-party claim against the other driver, we need to show their negligence—that's a separate analysis. Don't assume you have no case because of the circumstances. Call me."
Driving between patient homes all day means constant road exposure. Accidents traveling to visits are work-related and covered by workers' comp.
Working at different facilities, often in unfamiliar areas. Complex employment arrangements may affect which workers' comp policy applies.
Accidents traveling between campuses, picking up supplies, or transporting patients may be work-related. Post-shift exhaustion accidents are common.
Visiting patients in their homes, often in rural areas with challenging road conditions. High mileage means high accident risk.
We represent nurses working for healthcare systems throughout the state:
Whether you work for a major health system, a home health agency, or a staffing company - we can help with your work-related car accident claim.
As a nurse injured in a work-related car accident, you may be entitled to:
Generally, accidents during your regular commute are NOT covered by workers' comp. However, if your employer required the overtime or if you were performing any work duty during the commute, there may be coverage. These cases are complex - contact us to evaluate your specific situation.
This depends on several factors: where you were injured, where your staffing agency is located, and where you were hired. Travel nurse cases can be complex - we can help determine which benefits apply to you.
No - using your personal vehicle for work doesn't disqualify you from workers' comp. In fact, home health nurses driving to patient homes are clearly performing work duties, making these strong workers' comp cases.
Workers' comp includes vocational rehabilitation benefits if you can't return to your previous job. You may also have significant damages in a third-party claim if another driver caused your injury. Contact us to discuss your options.