Professional Driver - Scenario

Articles On Workers Compensation Claims

I am a professional driver and drive a company car. On the way to a job I was dropping my wife off at work. Unfortunately we were rear-ended. As a result we both suffered whiplash. Can I seek compensation from my employer for both of us or just myself?

In New South Wales there is a workers compensation scheme and a motor accidents compensation scheme.

If you were injured whilst working then you are entitled to make a claim for workers compensation as well as a claim for compensation under the motor vehicle accidents scheme. Your wife will be entitled to make a claim for compensation for her injuries under the motor accidents scheme.

The workers compensation scheme and the motor accidents scheme provide compensation for your medical and rehabilitation expenses, loss of wages and a lump sum payment for any permanent impairment you or your wife may have suffered as a result of the accident.

At Walker Legal, our experienced Compensation Lawyers keep up-to-date on what's happening in the personal injury compensation area.

We act with knowledge and expertise to help people suffering from personal injuries or those who have lost loved ones in personal injuries.

Call us to today on 1800 445 537 or email Steve Walker on sw@walkerlegal.com.au.

 

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