Are you nervous about the workers’ compensation hearing questions at your meeting? Here’s what you need to know. If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. To receive these benefits, you will need to file a claim and attend a hearing. At the hearing, the judge will ask […]
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Most people know they can collect workers’ compensation for on-the-job injuries. But is hearing loss workers compensation included? Is hearing loss covered under workers’ compensation laws? Unfortunately, the answer isn’t always clear-cut. Every state has different workers’ compensation laws. In some states, hearing loss is only covered if it can be proven that the job […]
Were you injured at work? What should you know about Maryland workers’ compensation permanent injury settlement amounts? A permanent injury is an injury that results in a lasting disability. This could be a physical disability, such as paralysis, or a mental disability, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Permanent injuries can be caused by a […]
Have you been a victim of aggressive driving in Maryland? Here’s what you should know. What is Aggressive Driving? In short, aggressive driving is a traffic offense that occurs when a driver operates their vehicle in a manner that puts other people in danger. This can include speeding, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, […]
If you’ve been injured at work, you may be wondering what income replacement benefits you’re entitled to. Income replacement benefits are designed to help workers who are unable to work due to a workplace injury or illness. Here’s what you need to know about income replacement benefits, including how to qualify for them and how […]
What can you do about a hazardous workplace before someone gets injured? Many people don’t realize it, but there are a lot of hazardous workplaces out there. Sometimes hazards are unavoidable. For example, firefighters and police officers face risks all of the time. In other cases, hazards are preventable. Sometimes, hazards are due to poor […]
In many cases, companies settle workers’ compensation claims outside of a courtroom. The injured party files their claim and receives the benefits available to them. But in some cases, workers’ compensation claims to go to trial. What should you know before your workers’ comp claim goes to trial? There are many reasons why workers’ compensation […]
If you’re injured while working, you may be wondering “who can I sue for damages if I’m injured at work?” The answer to this question depends on the specific facts of your case. If your employer is at fault for your injuries, then you may be able to sue them. However, if a defective product […]
If your insurance company tells you that your car is a “total loss,” it means that they believe the cost to repair your vehicle is more than the value of your car. In other words, it’s not worth their money to fix it. This can be very confusing and frustrating, especially if you’re still making […]
What Maryland workers’ compensation documents do you need to submit if you’re injured on the job? It can be difficult to navigate the workers’ compensation process, especially if you are not familiar with the ins and outs of the system. There are a lot of different rules and regulations that you need to follow to […]
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