Cancer is one of the most debilitating illnesses a person can face. It might leave you unable to work, at least during treatment. And for many, the cost of treatment is as concerning as the disease. The good news is there are instances in which workers’ compensation can help cover the cost of cancer care. […]
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Getting injured on the job turns your life upside down. While nothing can make up for the physical and emotional trauma of a workplace injury, it’s important to know your rights. This includes your options for compensation. One of the most common questions that injured workers have is whether workers’ compensation will pay for lost […]
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is insurance coverage that provides financial compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and other costs resulting from personal injuries sustained in an auto accident. It is not fault-based. This means that no matter who is at fault for the crash, PIP benefits cover out-of-pocket losses from the accident. According to Maryland […]
Injuries in the workplace are common. They can happen to anyone at any time. Even if you’re the most careful worker, you’re still at risk. The good news is if you’re injured at work, you’ll receive compensation through the workers’ compensation system. But what if you’re not the most careful person? Or what if you […]
Unfortunately, accidents involving semi-trucks are far too common on Maryland’s highways and roads. And even more unfortunate is how devastating injuries tend to be when a semi is involved in a crash. If you’ve been injured in a semi-truck accident, your physical recovery is likely top of mind. But in the aftermath of such a […]
Being injured at work is a difficult and stressful experience. With all the medical appointments, physical therapy, and time needed to recover, it’s hard to keep track of everything you need to do. One question that arises after a workplace injury is whether or not workers’ compensation pays for time off for doctor’s appointments. Here’s […]
When an employee gets injured while on the job, there are a lot of questions that come up. One of the main ones is, “What is covered by workers’ compensation?” Are complementary treatments like massage therapy covered by workers’ comp? While most people know about medical treatments for an injury, such as surgeries or physical […]
Back injuries are common workplace injuries. But despite the prevalence of these accidents, it can be challenging to prove that an injury occurred due to a work-related incident. Proving that your back injury happened at work is crucial to receiving workers’ compensation benefits. What do you need to know about proving your back injury occurred […]
Sustaining an injury at work can be a devastating experience. Apart from the physical pain, people injured at work worry about their ability to provide for themselves and their families as they recover. Physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to recover from a work-related injury. But what happens when you’re on workers […]
Maryland workers injured on the job need to know the time limits within which they must seek compensation or file a case for a workplace injury. Otherwise, they could wait too long and lose their opportunity to act. These time limits are known as the statute of limitations. They vary depending on the type of […]
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