I am a truck driver. I was injured in a truck crash and cannot return to work because of medical restrictions. Can I collect unemployment?
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I am a truck driver. I was injured in a truck crash and cannot return to work because of medical restrictions. Can I collect unemployment?
Asked on June 12, 2009 under Accident Law, Ohio
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Usually, collecting unemployment means you have to be available for work and looking for a job. You haven't said if you're able to do other things that are less physically demanding than driving a truck, and that may factor into this.
If the accident happened while you were working, you have a workers compensation claim, and that should include disability payments if you can't work. You should already have filed the claim for this, if so, and if you haven't done it, contact a lawyer who does labor and employment and compensation cases, as soon as possible. One place to look for an attorney in your area is our website, http://attorneypages.com
J.V., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I do not know the specifics of your employment. If your self employed or contracted for jobs you most likely will not qualify for unemployment. However if injured on the job you may be eligible for social security disability or Workman's compensation.
Without the specifics i do not know what you are or are not eligible for but would urge you to seek legal counself from a loal attorney. They can find out all the specifics and if your a good candidate get the ball rolling for you to enroll in these programs. good luck
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