Workers’ Comp For Delivery And Commercial Vehicle Drivers In Iowa

With the rise of online shopping in modern society, more and more of the economy depends on businesses being able to make deliveries. Some reports indicate that there are more than 1.4 million delivery drivers all across the United States, and the number has been trending up. Many of these commercial drivers never experience a long-haul trip across state lines but simply drive in the same geographical location on a consistent basis.

When these drivers suffer injuries on the job, we are here to help at Wertz Law Firm, P.C. We have more than 60 years of valuable experience to bring to the table. Our offices are in Cedar Rapids, but our attorneys can meet with clients all across Iowa. If you’ve been injured and you want to talk to a workers’ comp lawyer, give us a call today. We offer free initial consultations.

Workers’ Comp Can Vary For Delivery Drivers

Delivery driving is inherently dangerous because there’s always the risk of an accident. Whether or not the person will be covered by traditional workers’ comp laws depends on the specifics of their situation.

For instance, if they are a traditional employee who drives for one company, they may get workers’ comp under that company’s policy. But if they are a contractor – such as someone who uses a gig app to pick up jobs and drives their own vehicle – they may not be covered, since they are not technically an employee.

It Goes Beyond Commercial Drivers

It’s important to note that injuries aren’t limited to professional drivers. Someone could be hurt while using the company car to go to a meeting, for example. A passenger could also be injured in the accident.

Construction workers often have to commute between job sites and could be exposed to injury risks. In some cases, drivers have to help with loading and unloading the vehicle, which raises the potential for all sorts of musculoskeletal issues – such as a spinal cord injury from lifting heavy items or a traumatic brain injury suffered in a trip-and-fall accident.

Call For A Free Initial Consultation

No matter how the injury occurs, workers could be left with extensive medical bills and significant lost wages. They could have a disability that leads to a reduced earning capacity. If you are in this position, call us at 319-861-3001 or use the online contact form to set up your free initial consultation today.