An article titled One out of every six Americans killed on the job is a truck driver, reports that the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics has found some startling facts about work-related deaths for truck drivers. In the year 2014, 761 truckers were killed while on the job. That amounts to truckers accounting for one 16.67% of all workplace fatalities.
The article also points out that the Department’s report also reveals that heavy haul and tractor-trailer drivers sustain the highest number of injuries that require them to miss work relative to all other jobs. These kinds of injuries numbered over 55,000 in 2014.
Workplace injuries and fatalities are regrettable and you shouldn’t face an unreasonable risk of getting hurt or dying just for doing your job. These kinds of injuries can put an undue burden on your family’s finances, considering the costs of hospitalization and rehabilitation. The workers’ compensation system is designed to alleviate this burden, while protecting employers from lawsuits. However, it can be difficult to apply for the benefits it provides. The Indianapolis workers’ compensation attorneys of Hankey Marks & Crider can help you understand the application process and guide you through it. Call us at (317) 634-8565 to learn more.