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February 20, 2017

Traveling Employee Faints, Is Injured While Driving: Can She Get Workers’ Comps?

Employees usually don’t receive workers’ comp benefits for injuries suffered while traveling. But what if the nature of the job itself requires travel from one place to another?

Lillie Miller worked as a licensed practical nurse for Horizons Health Services in Ohio. Her job required travel to her clients’ homes.

On Dec. 17, 2014, Miller was scheduled to travel to a client’s home in Cleveland. Miller lost consciousness at a stop light and crashed into a light pole, breaking her leg.

Doctors at the hospital said Miller suffered “a syncopal episode.” In other words, she fainted.

Read Full Article At Safetynewsalert.com

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