Although workers' compensation is federally mandated, it is governed by state laws. Each state has their own interpretations and guidelines on how the insurance works for the employee and employers. In order to determine which state has jurisdiction, … [Read more...] about Determining Jurisdiction in Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
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Pitfalls to Avoid When Filing A Worker’s Compensation Claim
The worker’s compensation program safeguards the interests of employees injured at the workplace. Worker's compensation provides for medical expenses, loss of wages, and other damages that the employee has suffered due to injury. It is the legal duty … [Read more...] about Pitfalls to Avoid When Filing A Worker’s Compensation Claim
Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Income Tax
A work-related injury can cause immense pain and suffering to the employee, and in worst cases, it may even render them unfit to work. The worker may have to bear a lot of expenses for medical treatment and to make their ends meet for the time they … [Read more...] about Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Income Tax
Kansas Worker’s Compensation: Eleven Tips for Injured Workers
The worker’s compensation program is for the benefit of employees who suffer injuries in the “course and scope” of employment. However, most injured workers find it difficult to navigate the complex and confusing worker’s compensation system. They … [Read more...] about Kansas Worker’s Compensation: Eleven Tips for Injured Workers
Kansas Worker’s Compensation: Know Your Rights
The worker’s compensation program is a system of laws that are meant to protect workers injured at their workplace. The goal is to ensure that injured workers get appropriate medical care and compensation for lost wages due to injury. In some cases, … [Read more...] about Kansas Worker’s Compensation: Know Your Rights
Can You File a Lawsuit Against a Third Party For a Workplace Injury?
A common misconception amongst employees is that the only compensation that they will get for a workplace injury would come from the employer. Workplace injuries can leave you shattered and overwhelmed, and in the midst of all the pain and suffering, … [Read more...] about Can You File a Lawsuit Against a Third Party For a Workplace Injury?