Whether you're a delivery driver, construction worker, home health aide, or technician commuting between job sites, being injured in a motor vehicle accident while working can disrupt your life in major ways. Fortunately, you may have multiple options for recovering compensation—not just through workers’ compensation, but also potentially through a personal injury claim.
At Schotter Millican, LLP, we help injured workers in New York navigate both sides of these claims. If someone else caused the crash—even partially—you might be able to pursue a third-party lawsuit in addition to collecting workers’ compensation benefits. We work closely with skilled personal injury attorneys to make sure every dollar you’re owed is pursued.
Understanding Your Legal Options
Workers’ compensation will cover your medical care and part of your lost wages, no matter who was at fault. But if a negligent driver caused the accident, or if a vehicle or part malfunctioned due to manufacturer error, you may also have a personal injury claim against those third parties.
This additional claim can help you recover damages for:
- Pain and suffering
- Full lost wages (not just a percentage)
- Future loss of earnings
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Many injured workers miss out on these valuable benefits simply because they didn’t know they had options beyond workers’ comp.
How We Handle Dual Claims
At Schotter Millican, LLP, we’re not just workers’ compensation lawyers—we’re strategic advocates who work alongside top New York personal injury law firms to coordinate your claims. That way, you don’t have to juggle multiple attorneys or worry about miscommunications that could delay your case.
Whether you were rear-ended while delivering packages, sideswiped on a construction job, or injured in a rideshare crash while working, we’re here to make sure no opportunity for compensation is left behind.
Speak with Our Team Today
If you’ve been in a work-related vehicle accident in New York, don’t assume workers’ comp is your only option. Contact Schotter Millican, LLP today for a free consultation. We’ll help you understand your rights and connect you with trusted personal injury attorneys to build the strongest possible case.