A work-related back injury may leave you with pain for many years. You may be entitled workers' compensation benefits for medical expenses and lost wages. Your back can be injured easily by performing any number of tasks, making it very susceptible … [Read more...] about Receiving Treatment for Your Work-Related Back Injury
Workers’ Compensation – Functional and Work Disability Benefits
You may be eligible for additional benefits through workers' compensation for a work-related injury. After you have been successful in receiving your temporary benefits through workers' compensation, you may be eligible for additional benefits. … [Read more...] about Workers’ Compensation – Functional and Work Disability Benefits
Claiming Workers’ Compensation Benefits From a Previous Employer
How will changing your employment status affect a workers' compensation claim? Some employees, who have sustained a work-related injury, may wonder if they can still receive workers’ compensation benefits after they have changed employment. The rules … [Read more...] about Claiming Workers’ Compensation Benefits From a Previous Employer
Workers’ Compensation and Burn Injuries
Are you having difficulty receiving your workers' compensation benefit for a work-related burn injury? Accidents cannot always be predicted and are part of the risk employees have to deal with every day. The safety directives implemented by the … [Read more...] about Workers’ Compensation and Burn Injuries
Reducing Workers’ Compensation Claims
Employers may establish a wellness program to help reduce workers' compensation claims. The health and well-being of employees may affect the frequency and amount of claims filed for workers’ compensation. Employees who are smokers, alcohol drinkers, … [Read more...] about Reducing Workers’ Compensation Claims
Five More Workers’ Compensation Mistakes to Avoid
When filing a workers' compensation claim, steer clear of these common errors that may reduce your compensation. Previously, we listed five common mistakes employees make when filing a workers' compensation claim. These mistakes may cause a claim to … [Read more...] about Five More Workers’ Compensation Mistakes to Avoid
