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 […]
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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 […]
Union membership has always been a contentious issue in the business and political arena. However, for workers injured on the job, being in a union could make a difference in their compensation. Unions are known to protect the interests of the working class, which includes helping injured workers access and secure workers’ compensation. This article […]
Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides wage replacement and medical benefits to employees if they were injured or made ill while on the job. The goal of workers’ compensation is to help ensure that injured workers receive adequate financial compensation for their injuries and illnesses. It also provides employers with protection from […]
Are employees eligible to collect workers comp benefits if they are working? A workers’ compensation lawyer can help you determine whether or not you’ll receive benefits. The simplest answer to this question is “it depends.” Factors including the severity of your injury and your doctor’s recommendations play a role. If your injury is severe, you […]
Workers’ compensation is a system of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. Benefits can include medical expenses, income replacement, and death benefits. But does workers’ comp pay for pain and suffering? Here’s what you need to know. Employers must provide coverage for their […]
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