In the case at hand, a NJ plumber was injured in an auto accident while driving to take a coffee break, with the permission of his employer. He was injured while driving a company vehicle. The plumber’s appointment was late, and as a result, he had some time to kill.
The New Jersey Division of Workers’ Compensation rule that the serious injuries were compensable since the accident arose in the course of employment as opposed to being a personal errand.
In my opinion, this case is a “stretch” and exemplifies that most Workers’ Compensation Commissions will go to great lengths to allow benefits.
Source: http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2010/01/25/106840.htm