What to Do After a Work-Related Vehicle Accident
When you’re injured while driving a company vehicle, your legal situation can be more complicated than a typical car accident. You may have questions about workers’ compensation, employer liability, and insurance coverage—and that’s where an experienced company car injury lawyer can help.
At Rideout Law Group, our attorneys help injured workers across Arizona navigate these complex claims to recover the compensation they deserve.
What Counts as a “Company Car Accident”?
A company car accident happens when an employee is injured while driving a vehicle owned, leased, or insured by their employer.
These accidents often occur when:
- You’re traveling between job sites
- Making deliveries or pickups
- Running errands for your employer
- Driving to a client meeting
Even if the accident happened off-site or outside your normal hours, you may still be covered if you were performing work-related duties at the time.
Who Is Responsible for a Company Car Accident?
Determining liability depends on the circumstances of the crash. Potentially responsible parties may include:
- Your Employer: Under Arizona law, employers may be vicariously liable for employees’ actions while on the job.
- Other Drivers: If another driver caused the collision, you can file a third-party injury claim.
- Vehicle Manufacturers or Maintenance Providers: If mechanical failure played a role, product liability laws may apply.
Because multiple insurance policies can overlap—your employer’s, yours, and possibly a third party’s—having a knowledgeable attorney helps ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
What Compensation Can You Receive?
Depending on how your accident occurred, you may be eligible for:
- Medical expenses and rehabilitation
- Lost wages or reduced earning ability
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage to personal belongings
- Workers’ compensation benefits (if applicable)
In some cases, you can pursue both workers’ compensation and a personal injury claim—especially if someone outside your company caused the crash.
Why You Need a Company Car Injury Lawyer in Arizona
Insurance companies and employers often dispute who’s responsible or try to minimize your payout. The legal team at Rideout Law Group investigates every angle of your case, from accident reconstruction to employer records, to ensure your rights are fully protected.
We handle all communication with insurers and employers, negotiate settlements, and—if necessary—take your case to court.
Get Legal Help After a Company Car Accident
Whether your accident happened on the streets of Scottsdale, the highways around Lake Havasu City, or anywhere in Maricopa or Mohave County, our attorneys are ready to fight for you.
Scottsdale Office: 11111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 225, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Lake Havasu Office: 2800 Sweetwater Ave, Suite A104, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
Call (480) 584-3328 or (928) 854-8181 today for a free consultation with an Arizona company car injury lawyer.