An employee who is injured while driving a motor vehicle for job-related tasks is generally eligible to receive workers’ compensation. In a single year, there were over 54,000 work-related vehicle accidents causing injury victims to miss time from work.
Our Cherry Hill work-related vehicle accident attorneys know that people rely on their jobs to survive financially. If you or a loved one has been injured in a work-related transportation accident, our attorneys are ready to assist you.
Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries
Common injuries from car accidents can manifest in various forms.
Abrasions
Considered a minor injury, motor vehicle collisions usually involve major impact, resulting in accident victims being dragged across the asphalt. As a result, victims may suffer abrasions, more commonly referred to as cuts and scrapes. Flying debris can also cause a person to experience abrasions.
Broken Ribs
Force to the chest can cause a person to sustain a broken rib. This could occur if the driver connects with the steering wheel or from the tension of the seat belt snapping against the chest. If no other internal injuries are present, a broken rib may heal on its own.
However, there is a chance that the broken pieces of the rib could puncture other internal organs, including the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, and spleen. An individual who has a broken rib should seek medical attention.
Whiplash
Often the result of a rear-end crash, whiplash can be caused by any rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck. The sudden force of the collision combined with the violent bending of the neck can tear the muscles and tendons in a person’s neck.
Symptoms may include neck pain, stiffness, loss of range of motion, headaches, and numbness in the arms. The condition is usually diagnosed through diagnostic testing. Treatment usually involves applying ice, over-the-counter pain relievers, and physical therapy.
Pelvic Fractures
The severity of a pelvic fracture will depend on the type of break. The pelvis protects the bladder, intestines, and rectum, making a serious fracture life-threatening.
Symptoms of a pelvic fracture can include abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, difficulty walking, and numbness or tingling in the groin or the legs. An unstable pelvic fracture is the most serious type of pelvic fracture, requiring immediate medical attention.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Any force, strike, or blow to the head can disrupt normal brain function, resulting in a traumatic brain injury or TBI. Most motor vehicle collisions cause closed brain injuries, a non-penetrating injury caused by a violent shaking of the brain inside the skull.
A TBI can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include confusion, tremors, dizziness, headaches, and loss of consciousness. A person who suffers a TBI should seek medical attention immediately.
Workers’ Compensation Medical Benefits
Whether an employee is on the road or in the office, anyone who is injured while performing job duties is entitled to the following types of medical benefits under workers’ compensation:
- Ambulatory services
- Diagnostic testing
- Doctor visits
- Prescription costs
- Rehabilitation
- Surgeries and procedures
- Physical therapy
Injured in a Crash? Contact our Cherry Hill Work-Related Vehicle Accident Attorney
Being involved in a crash while you are working is the last thing you need. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident while on the clock, you need to speak with our dedicated workers’ compensation attorneys. To learn more, contact the Law Offices of Matarazzo & Lubcher by filling out our online form or by calling (856) 843-8403.