Workers’ compensation can be filed if you have been injured in a work-related incident.
If your claim is approved, you are eligible to receive compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Hospital fees
- Medication costs
- Treatment for permanent injuries
There are no laws that say you need to have a lawyer for workers’ compensation claims. However, most lawyers believe that only full-time employees are allowed to get these benefits. Few are aware that rideshare drivers can also receive workers’ compensation through The Black Car Fund. By working with IDG Legal, drivers get access to lawyers who are experienced with filing claims to The Black Car Fund. 
5 Signs You Should Hire a Lawyer
If you are hesitant about the value of working with a lawyer for these types of cases, here are five signs that you most likely need one:
- You have suffered a permanent disability. These cases are the most expensive, and more complicated. A lawyer will fight for you if your insurance company questions or denies your claim.
- Your doctor recommends additional treatment. If you require things like physical therapy or surgery for your incident, a lawyer can ensure those are paid for.
- You have a preexisting condition. If you had an accident prior to the work accident, an insurance company will likely try to blame the injury on that. A lawyer can assist in making sure all evidence is given to prove otherwise.
- You are unaware of how to start a workers’ compensation case. A workers’ compensation lawyer is skilled in working with The Black Car Fund and can handle explaining your next steps to you, as well as directly filing the claim for you.
- You have a third-party claim. If you are eligible for additional compensation – like a claim for third-party injury – a lawyer can advise you on how to proceed with that type of case.
Workers’ Compensation Help for Rideshare Drivers
If you get into an accident, you should first call the necessary authorities and make sure you get the medical attention you need.
Then, contact IDG Legal to make sure your rights are protected and you become eligible for workers’ compensation from The Black Car Fund. We can schedule you with our workers’ compensation lawyer, who is skilled in Drivers’ Benefits as well as The Black Car Fund.
If you need immediate help, submit this form.
