If you type, cook, or use a cash register for a living, you’re probably familiar with that painful twinge your wrists get at the end of a long day. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a fairly common disorder that affects the median nerve and tendons in your wrists. It commonly results in pain, numbness, weakness, and […]
You’ve been hit by a car while driving for work – either in your car or the company vehicle. What happens now? If you were performing work-related duties at the time of the accident, it’s likely that you’ll be able to collect workers’ compensation benefits. On top of that, you may be able to pursue […]
While workers’ compensation is a program that’s meant to benefit both workers and employers, there comes a point when the workers’ comp insurance provider would rather close out the claim and get it off of their books. When this happens, they may reach out to you to negotiate a settlement offer. This is a matter […]
Life brings experience, and with it, a litany of illnesses and injuries. The term “preexisting conditions” has a negative connotation to it, and you’ll often find health insurance providers rushing to deny claims based on a preexisting condition. However, how does that work when it comes to workers’ compensation? If you’ve had a preexisting condition […]
Working in the heat is part of life in Alabama, but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer through heat-related illnesses and injuries without the help of your employer. If a heat-related illness occurs at work, you may be entitled to medical care and partial income replacement through the workers’ compensation system. Learn more about […]
Navigating the workers’ compensation system can be complicated, with many injured employees not knowing what type of care they’re entitled to, how much money they receive for lost wages, or how long they can stay off of work. The situation becomes even more complex if you decide to start a new job while receiving workers’ […]
Whether your work tests your limits in the warmer months or the colder months of the year, you may be concerned about weather-related work injuries. The good news is that you can generally receive workers’ compensation benefits for these types of injuries. If you’ve suffered a workplace injury and you’re not sure how to get […]
In case seeking workers’ compensation wasn’t stressful enough, employees also have to worry about losing their jobs while they’re away from work. There are a lot of questions regarding the legality of this, as well as questions about what happens to your benefits if you get fired. It’s crucial to understand your rights when receiving […]
Some workplace injuries are very cut and dry. You’re operating a machine when it malfunctions and traps your hand, leaving you with a broken hand. You’re carrying something for a client when your back spasms and you can’t even walk. You’re working on a construction site when a careless driver hits you. But what happens […]
When you’re involved in a car or truck accident, evidence is crucial if you plan on pursuing a personal injury claim. Even if you plan on letting your own insurance company fight for you, evidence is essential. An incorrect police report can lead to an insurance ruling based on false information, making it hard for […]
