Your recent work-related accident has left you injured and looking down a long road to recovery. With mounting medical bills and time away from work, you’re relying on your workers’ compensation claim to help ease your worry… But what do you do if that main source of relief – the workers’ comp claim – was … Continued
On-the-job accidents can range in severity, not only impacting an employee’s future, but their finances too. Whether you suffered a serious fall off a ladder when stocking shelves or jammed a finger on a cash register, you’re likely eligible to file a Workers’ Compensation claim. Workers’ Compensation insurance covers an employee’s work-related injury, illness, or … Continued
Independent contractors are as diverse as the fish in the sea. From dog walkers to technology analysts, working as an independent contractor continues to rise. But what happens if you get injured on a work-related assignment? Workers’ compensation has been a gratuity to those with full-time employment and benefits, but how far is its reach … Continued
When you think of a workplace injury, you often think of a sprained ankle from a slip and fall or pulling a muscle from lifting something too heavy. However, workplace injuries include both the physical effects on your body and the mental distress on your brain. Stress is a common issue in the workforce, with … Continued
When discussing workplace injuries, serious accidents typically come to mind. Slips, falls, and collisions can leave employees facing a long recovery – and holding hefty hospital bills. But there are plenty of on-the-job injuries that occur outside of a single, traumatic event. These are most often caused by performing everyday job functions, like typing. So … Continued
From a slippery floor in a warehouse to an improperly positioned desk, any workspace can be risky. In fact, an employee is injured on the job every seven seconds, according to the National Safety Council. Workplace injuries can have a wide-ranging effect, not only harming an employee physically but impacting their financial future. So what … Continued
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic forced companies and individuals alike to adopt a new approach to conducting business – one that took place strictly online. Since the start of the pandemic three years ago, more than 60 percent of U.S. employees have transformed their home into their office, blurring the lines between working and … Continued
Depositions are an important piece of the puzzle when it comes to workers’ compensation cases. These meetings under oath help your attorney and the other side’s legal team get the facts and data straight before your trial begins. It’s important to know what to do in a deposition and what mistakes to avoid during a … Continued
When an accident results in a traumatic brain injury (TBI), suffering from short- and long-term effects can lead to medical bills, missed work, and emotional suffering. While regaining your health and sense of self is your focus, no one deserves to suffer long-term from the lost wages and medical costs, as well. It’s common for … Continued
Navigating the aftermath of a work injury may be confusing, so it’s important to know what’s true and what’s not when it comes to workers’ compensation. These types of benefits vary with each employer, and not knowing what benefits you have available to you or how they work can be intimidating. That’s why our dedicated … Continued