A vehicle accident involving a U.S. Postal Service truck, a semi-truck, and a van occurred recently and resulted in serious injuries for two of the drivers. AZCentral.com reports the collision occurred at the intersection of 35th Avenue and Buckeye Road in Phoenix. The 57-year-old postal worker and a 48-year-old man sustained injuries significant enough to require hospitalization at a nearby trauma center. It is unclear at this time how the three-vehicle crash occurred or if any of the drivers will be cited for the collision.
Suffering a serious injury while on the job can add a layer of complicated legal hoops for a victim to jump through. For example, in addition to filing a personal injury claim against an at-fault driver for an accident that occurred while a victim was working, injured workers may also pursue compensation for medical expenses and lost wages by filing for workers’ compensation benefits. Arizona workers’ compensation coverage provides support for medical bills and a portion of the wages missed while recovering from work-related injuries.
Unfortunately, many workers’ compensation claims are denied. Skilled workers’ compensation lawyers can help injured victims receive the money they need while they heal. Injured workers who have been denied coverage may appeal the decision with the guidance of an experienced attorney.
The experienced Phoenix personal injury lawyers at The Breyer Law Offices, P.C. help victims injured while at work obtain fair compensation for their injuries. We work on a contingency basis, which means that we only get paid if you, our clients, recover damages for your losses. Call us at 602-978-6400 for a free and comprehensive consultation.
