Construction site work is inherently dangerous. In fact, the risk of sustaining a serious injury as a construction worker is higher than most other industries. This only makes sense, as when most of us walk by a construction site, we often see heavy machinery, uneven foundation, high ladders, and so many other risky elements. When […]
What to Do If You Are Injured at Work
What to Do If You Are Injured at Work Injuries at work can be very serious. Employers are required to provide benefits to workers who are injured on the job, such as paying for medical treatment and disability benefits. Here’s how the process should work. What to Do If You Are Injured on the Job […]
Can Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Be Denied if It’s Not Reported in a Timely Manner?
Workers Compensation Attorneys Your employer is responsible for carrying workers’ compensation insurance to manage work-related injuries. That doesn’t mean you can just claim any injury happened at work and expect your employer to pay for your medical bills. When you are injured at work, you must follow the rules of your state’s workers’ comp program […]
Workers’ Comp Death Benefits
Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Losing a loved one as a result of an injury or illness that was work related may entitle you to receive workers’ compensation death benefits. Depending on the state you live in will determine the specifics of the benefits. It is advisable to seek the help of attorneys experienced in workers’ compensation […]
Employer Denial and/or Retaliation After a Workers Comp Claim
The vast majority of business owners today are mindful of the health and wellbeing of their employees, especially when an employee is injured on the job. Unfortunately, some employers do not react kindly or appropriately when an employee suffers a work-related injury and files a workers compensation claim. Employer denial of the claim and employer […]
Are Older Workers More at Risk of Injury than Younger Workers?
There are many law firms that work with different clients from all types of occupations and industries who have been injured in the job. The best workers’ compensation attorneys, however, should work diligently to get injured employees the compensation and benefits they are entitled to under the laws of their state. Although a job-related injury […]
About Workers Compensation Benefits
Workers compensation benefit programs were created to help cover the costs associated with the examination, diagnostics and treatment of an employee that has suffered an injury as a result of the work environment. For those who are new to workers compensation benefits, may want to know more information about eligibility. In this article to follow, […]
Facts About Back Pain
When we feel pain, it is the body’s way of letting us know that something is wrong. Many times, the only symptom we may have to warn us is pain. Many people do not realize the pain is not the actual medical issue but it is the result of a medical issue. Pain is caused […]
Going Back to Work after an Injury
When an employee has been injured at work and has gone through their recovery, the day comes when it is time to return to work. Depending on the circumstances of their injury, this can be a bit overwhelming to the employee, especially if they have been out of work for a longer period of time. […]
What Makes a Boilermaker Job So Dangerous?
Of all the construction roles, boilermakers make the top list for most dangerous jobs in the construction field. The benefit of such risk, is they are also one of the highest paid jobs in the construction industry. The role of a boilermaker is to install, repair and assemble boilers or other containers which hold gas, […]
