A work injury may make an employee eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Someone who falls while on the clock or develops a repetitive strain injury can qualify for medical benefits and even disability pay if they cannot work because of their injuries. Workers’...
Work-related injuries cause immediate pain and suffering while introducing concerns about current and future financial matters. Knowing when to seek legal guidance can make a difference in your claim. Here are some signs that may indicate you need representation for...
The workers' compensation program in Minnesota protects direct-hire employees. Professionals in almost every industry, including part-time and seasonal workers, can qualify for benefits if they develop medical issues because of their work. Workers' compensation...
The retail sector employs many people across Michigan. While it offers plenty of employment opportunities, the retail sector can be hazardous. If you have been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation. This can cover your medical expenses and...
If you are injured on the job in Minnesota, it’s important to report the injury to your employer promptly. Reporting the injury serves several purposes, including reducing the likelihood that your employer will claim the injury occurred at home or elsewhere. It also...
If you’re injured on the job, you’re probably eager to know how long it will take to start receiving the workers’ compensation benefits you’re entitled to. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this, as the process can vary depending on several factors....
Employed individuals typically have workers' compensation coverage that protects them when they get injured on the job. If they cut themselves with a kitchen knife or fall and break an arm, they can potentially obtain workers' compensation benefits. Workers’...
There’s an old novelty Christmas song titled, "All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth." Yet Christmas-time workplace accidents can cause workers to lose far more than just a few teeth. Bone breakages, internal bleeding permanent paralysis and even death can...
The aftermath of a workplace injury can be fraught with uncertainty and financial fears, regardless of your occupation. In most cases, workers' compensation helps to fill the financial gaps and expenses a work injury creates. Unfortunately, many childcare workers...
You're picking up litter in a local park during your company's annual clean-up day. Suddenly, you slip on wet grass and twist your ankle. Your good deed turns painful. Does workers' compensation cover this injury? What are considered company volunteer injuries?...
