Upper Manhattan Workers Comp Case: Uber Driver MVA

Case Study: Kashawn P. – Upper Manhattan Delivery Driver Motor Vehicle Accident (Section 32) Kashawn P. was working his delivery route in Upper Manhattan when another vehicle slammed into the back of his delivery van during stop-and-go traffic. The impact caused immediate neck and lower-back pain, along with headaches and shoulder tightness. He finished his shift, but the pain worsened overnight. When he filed his claim, the workers’ compensation carrier attempted to minimize the injury, calling it a “minor soft-tissue strain.” An IME doctor later claimed he was capable of returning to full duty despite persistent symptoms. Medical Findings: - Cervical sprain/strain - Lumbar sprain with muscle spasms - Disc bulge noted on MRI - Limited range of motion and difficulty with lifting, driving, and twisting Carrier Pushback: - Claimed symptoms were degenerative - Relied on IME to cut treatment - Attempted to reduce wage benefits What Cass & Peters Did: - Linked the onset of symptoms to the crash in Upper Manhattan - Obtained supporting orthopedic documentation to counter IME findings - Protected wage replacement benefits during disputes - Negotiated and closed the case with a fair Section 32 settlement The Section 32 settlement allowed Kashawn to move forward with financial stability and without ongoing insurance battles.