Who We Serve
For the Driver Behind the Wheel.
If you drive a truck for a living and were hurt — whether in a crash, loading-dock injury or repetitive-motion claim — Marker Law knows the law that protects you.
Why Marker Law
Drivers Are Workers. Drivers Are Also Crash Victims.
We handle workers' comp claims for CDL drivers AND third-party crash claims when another motorist or unsafe load caused your injury. Marker Law also understands the FMCSA hours-of-service and medical-certification rules that affect your case.
- OTR (long-haul) and local CDL operator injuries
- Loading-dock, fall-from-cab and back injuries
- Crash claims against other motorists or carriers
- FMCSA medical disqualification disputes
- Repetitive-stress and cumulative-trauma claims
Recognized & Trusted
The Credentials Behind the Work
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Straightforward answers to the questions Marker Law clients ask most often about this topic.
Usually not directly — owner-operators are typically classified as independent contractors. But occupational accident and disability policies often apply, and a personal injury claim against the responsible party (other driver, broker, maintenance vendor) is usually available.
You likely have both a workers' comp claim (against your employer's carrier) and a third-party personal injury claim (against the other trucker / their company). Marker Law handles both simultaneously, coordinating to maximize total recovery.
Yes. Loading-dock injuries are covered by workers' comp, and depending on the facts a third-party claim against the shipper, receiver, or dock owner may also be available.
Illinois workers' comp can apply if you were hired in Illinois or if your principal place of employment is in Illinois. Marker Law evaluates the jurisdiction question and files where coverage is broadest for the client.
Yes. Whether you were a driver involved in a crash or were hit by another commercial driver, the ELD log, dispatch records, and DOT hours-of-service compliance are often dispositive. Preserving them quickly is critical.
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