Driving Into Work May Not Be Considered A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Injury

In the event where you are considered to be “going or coming” to work you may not be eligible to file a claim for any injury sustained; however, there are some exceptions to this rule.

When driving your own vehicle to and from your work site you would be considered to be on your own time and your employer would not be responsible for any injury sustained But what if you are driving in a car that is a company-owned car?  Would you be considered to be working if you are driving the company’s car to work?  

Here are some instances where you may be able to file a workers’ compensation claim if you are injured when driving as it relates to the workplace.

1. If your vehicle is a company owned car or is wrapped with company logos and details, your injury may be considered workers’ comp.

2. During your day, if you are required to travel regularly, outside of a normal commute to and from your home, you may be able to file some sort of claim.  This is taken, generally, on a very case by case basis so you may need to consult a board certified attorney to help you determine if you might have a claim.

3. When you are required to travel between work sites throughout your day, say for instance you are the foreman of a construction company and are overseeing multiple job sites, your injuries sustained while on your way to or from one of these job sites may be covered.

4. If you are on a job trip and traveling for work, generally speaking all of the time you are on that trip is covered and may be considered a workplace injury.  

There are some very complicated scenarios when it comes to workplace injuries and traveling in any vehicle.  If you are unsure whether your injury would be considered to be Connecticut workers’ compensation you should speak with an attorney who can review your case and help you navigate the process of filing a claim.

If you are not “going or coming” to work in a traditional commuting capacity there is reason to believe that your injury may be considered a workplace injury, so it is still important for you to report it to your supervisor whenever an injury occurs.