Workers’ comp does more than just cover on-the-job injuries. It also covers conditions brought on due to the nature of your job or the environment in which you work. While there are a number of diseases that could be caused by your job, you do have to show that there is a link between work […]
If you’ve been injured at work, you know you need to begin putting together your workers’ comp case as soon as you can. There are a number of different parts to your case, but some are much more important than others. Here are several of the vital elements your workers’ comp claim needs to include […]
If you have been in a car accident, you could be seriously injured and not realize it. That’s because whiplash, which often occurs in auto accidents, doesn’t always immediately result in pain, stiffness, or any other issue. The signs of whiplash often don’t appear for several days, which is why it’s important for you to […]
Neurologists are specialists who treat a number of conditions related to the nerves and the nervous system. These conditions can affect any part of your body, and they can be very painful, cause weakness, and make it difficult to function. Here are some of the conditions that a neurologist may treat and what they can […]
If You have been injured on the job and have opened a worker’s comp case, you should be prepared to undergo a number of different medical tests. Some of these tests will be ordered by your own doctor in order to diagnose and treat your injuries. Others may be ordered by the independent medical examiner […]
There are many different types of injuries that can occur at work. You can hurt yourself due to someone’s negligence. You can make a mistake that leads to hurting yourself. You can even get hurt from an accident that wasn’t really anyone’s fault. Most of these situations are covered under workers’ comp if they occurred […]
Just because you work in an office doesn’t mean you’re safe from injuries. In fact, a good number of office workers file workers’ comp injuries every year. If you’re injured in the office, don’t assume your case is not important or that you cannot get workers’ comp for it. You can, and you should apply […]
A construction site is one of the most dangerous work environments. The number of people working, the tools involved, and the heavy equipment combine to create a number of dangers. It’s easy to end up with a workers’ comp claim, and some of these injuries can result in permanent damage. There are a number of […]
With many people working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, you might be wondering what would happen if you were to have an injury that was related to your job. Can you file for workers’ comp if you get hurt in your own home? As with many legal situations, it depends on how you were […]
If you have been injured at work, you are likely ready to file a workers’ comp claim. You deserve compensation for your injuries. But before you can get that compensation, you first have to complete the paperwork to get your case started. While some people may tell you that you can fill out these forms […]