Healing from a workplace injury can feel like a full-time job. After your initial treatment, you still have to go to physical therapy, attend follow-up appointments, get diagnostic scans, and track your recovery. All of this can drive up your medical costs and keep you out of work longer, which is why many people wonder […]
Construction injuries are extremely common across the United States. It is easily one of the most dangerous industries to work in, even if you’re extremely careful and follow all safety precautions. Consider this: in 2019, 20% of private industry worker fatalities occurred in the construction industry. If you get injured at work, it’s crucial to […]
Neck injuries can cause crippling pain and affect other areas of the body, since injuries impacting the neck often extend to other regions of the spinal cord. Unfortunately, neck injuries are relatively common in the workplace. Getting familiar with your workers’ compensation rights and your workplace’s process puts you in a better position if you […]
When you are injured at work, there is a lot to process. You’re likely wondering how you’ll pay your bills, how long you will be away from work, and how to get the medical treatment you need. Since workers’ compensation doesn’t pay the full amount of your missed wages, lots of workplace accident victims want […]
Company retreats are often the highlight of the year. Employees work hard all year long to crush goals and accomplish as much as possible, and their retreat is the reward they get. But between the meetings and the happy hours, accidents sometimes happen. When they do, who is liable for the employee’s injuries? If you’ve […]
Workplace injuries are a significant source of productivity loss in the United States, costing employers and employees alike. The solution isn’t to stop paying out workers’ compensation claims, but to create safer working conditions. Knowing common sources of workplace injuries can help you keep yourself and your coworkers safe. If you are involved in a […]
The workers’ compensation system is supposed to be easy and straightforward, so you may be shocked and disappointed when your claim gets denied. Too many companies and workers’ compensation insurance providers make employees jump through hoops to get the benefits they are entitled to. Learn more about why your claim might have been denied, and […]
You’ve been injured at work—what now? The workers’ compensation system was designed to allow injured workers to get the medical coverage and replacement income they need while they recover from a workplace injury. For some people, though, that isn’t enough. If it seems like a negligent party caused your injuries, you may want to hold […]
