Delivery drivers face injury risks every day. Whether you deliver packages for Amazon, FedEx, UPS, local courier companies, food delivery services, or other transportation businesses, the job often involves long hours on the road, heavy lifting, frequent stops, and exposure to changing weather and road conditions.

At Stern & Cohen, we have extensive experience representing injured workers across Pennsylvania, including delivery drivers and transportation employees. If you were hurt while making deliveries, driving for work, loading packages, or performing other job duties, our workers’ compensation attorneys are ready to help.

Common Causes of Delivery Driver Injuries

Delivery work requires drivers to constantly enter and exit vehicles, carry packages, navigate unfamiliar properties, and spend significant time on the road.

Common causes of delivery driver injuries include:

• Motor vehicle accidents
• Rear-end and intersection collisions
• Slips and falls on customer property
• Icy sidewalks and uneven walkways
• Lifting heavy packages
• Loading and unloading injuries
• Falling packages or freight
• Repetitive lifting, bending, and carrying
• Dog bites and animal attacks

Workers employed by Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and other delivery companies face these risks on a daily basis.

Common Delivery Driver Injuries

Delivery drivers frequently suffer injuries caused by both vehicle accidents and the physical demands of the job. Common injuries include:

• Back injuries and herniated discs
• Shoulder injuries
• Knee injuries
• Neck injuries and whiplash
• Sprains and strains
• Broken bones and fractures
• Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
• Hand and wrist injuries
• Repetitive stress injuries from lifting and driving

Many of these injuries require medical treatment, physical therapy, surgery, or extended time away from work.

Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Delivery Drivers

If you were injured while working as a delivery driver, Pennsylvania workers’ compensation benefits may cover:

• Medical treatment
• Hospital bills
• Surgery
• Physical therapy
• Rehabilitation
• Prescription medications
• Wage-loss benefits while recovering

In some situations, a work-related vehicle accident may also involve a third-party claim against the driver who caused the crash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can delivery drivers receive workers’ compensation benefits in Pennsylvania?

Yes. Delivery drivers injured while performing job duties may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, including medical treatment and wage-loss benefits. This applies whether the injury occurs in a vehicle accident, while making a delivery, or while loading and unloading packages.

Are Amazon, FedEx, and UPS drivers covered by workers’ compensation?

In most cases, yes. Employees working for Amazon delivery service partners (DSPs), FedEx, UPS, and other delivery companies are generally covered by workers’ compensation if they suffer a work-related injury. Coverage can vary depending on employment status and the specific circumstances of the injury.

What if I was injured in a car accident while making deliveries?

If the accident occurred while you were working, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. In some cases, you may also have a third-party claim against the driver who caused the accident, allowing you to pursue additional compensation beyond workers’ compensation benefits.

Contact a Pennsylvania Delivery Driver Injury Lawyer

At Stern & Cohen, we understand the unique challenges delivery drivers face after a workplace injury. Our attorneys have helped injured workers throughout Pennsylvania pursue the benefits they deserve after delivery accidents, vehicle crashes, lifting injuries, and other job-related incidents.

If you were injured while working as a delivery driver, contact Stern & Cohen today for a free consultation. We’re here to help you protect your rights and pursue the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve.