Truck Driving Accidents and Workers’ Comp for Women

As a Memphis workers’ compensation lawyer, I’ve seen the unique challenges faced by women truck drivers when it comes to workers’ compensation claims. Workers’ comp for female truck drivers comes with all sorts of issues, and often you need legal help to protect your rights.

If you’re a female truck driver and have experienced an injury while working, we can help you understand your rights and options under the law.

Common Injuries Among Women Truck Drivers

Women in the trucking industry often face specific injury risks. But those risks depend on a number of factors, which could affect both women and men, including:

  • body type and size
  • truck size
  • equipment size, and
  • cargo weight.

Many people just assume truck driving injuries happen through accidents on the road. But a significant number of injuries happen during loading and unloading, especially with heavy items.

For example, many injuries occur while unloading heavy cargo. Workers also slip or fall while trying to handle equipment or materials.

What’s even more common: not knowing you have rights under the system. You shouldn’t be pushed around and bullied by the insurance companies, and a good attorney can help.

Real-Life Example: A Client’s Experience

One of our recent clients understands all too well the dangers that women truck drivers face. While unloading heavy boxes from her truck, she slipped and hit her head on the truck latch.

This seemingly simple task turned into a life-altering event. The impact caused her to suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which led to not only physical pain but also ongoing complications such as tinnitus and other associated issues.

To make matters worse, while workers’ comp should cover every expense, she couldn’t get the benefits she needed. The insurance companies tried to deny her claim, and that’s when she came to us.

Her experience serves as a reminder of why it’s crucial for women in the trucking industry to know their rights when it comes to workers’ comp for female truck drivers.

Reporting Your Injury

If you’re injured while unloading or performing any work-related task, you should report the incident immediately.

You should also document what happened and seek medical attention right away. Even if you feel fine initially, some injuries, like concussions or TBIs, may have delayed symptoms. Your health is the priority, so make sure to get checked out by a medical professional.

Proving Your Injury is Work-Related

To qualify for workers’ compensation, you need to show your injury happened one the job, while you were performing your duties.

Keep a record of your work activities, including and especially around the moment of injury. Make sure to write down:

  • What you were doing at the time of the injury
  • The kind of cargo you were loading/unloading, if applicable
  • What went wrong
  • Any witnesses, and their contact info if possible
  • And any other details from the time of the accident.

Navigating Workers’ Compensation Claims

The process of filing a workers’ compensation claim can be daunting, especially if you’re dealing with an injury that may not be as visible as others. Female truck drivers often face skepticism when claiming injuries, and especially when they look different from a traffic accident.

But you’re entitled to the same workers’ compensation benefits as any other employee. This includes coverage for:

  • medical expenses
  • rehabilitation costs, and
  • wage loss due to your injury.

This is where having a knowledgeable workers’ compensation lawyer can make a significant difference. Our team can help you gather the necessary evidence, communicate with your employer, and negotiate with insurance companies to make sure they take your claim seriously.

A Memphis Workers’ Comp Team on Your Side

If you’ve suffered from an accident or work injury as a truck driver, we’re here to help.

From the minute we meet with you, you’ll get our respect and concern. We take your case seriously, advocate for you every step of the way, and don’t make a penny unless and until we win your case.

Our firm has won multiple awards for clients satisfaction, because we dedicate ourselves totally to your success. And at a time when many firms in TN are backing down from workers’ comp claims, we’re fighting even harder for workers who’ve been injured.

That’s why so many injured truck drivers have come to us, and won.

To get started with a free appointment, contact us online or give us a call at 901-327-2100.