Workers’ compensation claims

Suffering an injury on the job is stressful. You have to deal with the pain of the injury plus its financial fallout. To be compensated for the medical care you need and the time you’re unable to work, it’s critical to know what steps to take. And if you’re a federal...

Not every job is inherently dangerous. After all, you won’t have cranes swinging around and jackhammers going every second if you’re working in a cubicle in an office environment. Nevertheless, all workers, regardless of their occupation, should feel safe while on the...

A job-related illness or injury can be a debilitating and stressful event. But it’s important for injured workers to know the differences between federal and state workers’ compensation law when considering whether and where to file a claim. The following post...

If you’re the victim of a work-related accident, you might be facing a long recovery. Meanwhile, who’s paying those medical bills that are piling up while you’re out of work? If you said workers’ compensation, you’re correct. But workers’ comp regulations often favor...

The words “work injury” might conjure images of construction site accidents or burns from restaurant kitchens. But office employees—even those working a sedentary desk job—can also be injured at work. And when that happens, they are entitled to workers’ compensation...

Workplace accidents can happen anywhere — often unexpectedly. And if you’re injured, you might think about filing a workers’ compensation claim. But if you were injured by a third party at work, you might also be able to file an additional civil claim against that...

Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees who suffer a workplace injury or illness. Generally, workers’ compensation is a no-fault system. That means employees are entitled to workers’ comp benefits, regardless of who was at fault for an injury or...

If you’ve been hurt on the job, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits to help you get back on your feet. However, as with any insurance claim, the insurance company or even your employer may look for a reason to deny your claim. In fact,...

Meta description: Employees injured at work are legally entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Generally, employees won’t have to pay federal or state taxes on those benefits. With tax time around the corner, now is the perfect time to start sorting out your...

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has become distinctly familiar with the term “PPE,” short for personal protective equipment. But you may be surprised to learn that personal protective equipment is not just meant for protection from communicable...