If you were injured while working at Ryder, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. This is because most employers in the United States are required to take out insurance to cover workers’ compensation for their employees if they get sick or injured while at work. It helps to cover the financial loss experienced while being unable to work due to a workplace injury. Company Profile: Ryder Ryder is an American transportation and logistics company which is best known for its fleet of commercial rental trucks. It also provides leasing and maintenance services used vehicle sales, transportation management, professional drivers, e-commerce fulfillment, and delivery services. Ryder operates in the United States and has its headquarters in Miami-Dade, Florida. What to Do If You Were Injured Working at Ryder As soon as you have been injured while working for Ryder, you should seek medical treatment immediately and then report your injury to your employer if your injury will prevent you from going to work. Your injury or illness is likely to qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if the incident occurred while on the job. This includes occupational illnesses or occupational diseases caused by exposure to harmful chemicals or other hazards while at work. It is the responsibility of your employer to file a claim for workers’ compensation on your behalf with its insurer. However, you will have to provide the evidence that proves your injury took place while you were at work on Ryder premises. This could include eye witness reports from co workers, photos of the accident site and a report from your doctor describing your medical condition and how it prevents you from going to work. Your employer may be required to report your injury to your state's division of workers' compensation or workers' compensation board, even if you are not seeking workers’ comp. benefits. When your employer has filed your claim for workers’ compensation, the insurer will either approve or deny the workers' comp. claim. The offer may cover the costs of medical treatment including medicine, disability payments, and a percentage of the wages lost due to the injury. If your claim is denied you may be given the option to appeal the decision. Get Help With Your Workers’ Compensation Claim It is never easy getting your workers’ compensation approved by your employer’s insurer. However, if you take the free case evaluation to speak with an attorney you may have a higher chance of winning your claim for worker’s compensation from Ryder as your attorney should ensure you have sufficient evidence which proves your injury took place while you were at work at one of Ryder’s premises. *Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Ryder, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
