We Help The Injured And Disabled
When you get injured on the job and report the accident to your employer under workers' compensation, you may wonder how to protect your rights while forming the case and during the weeks or months to come. The stress and worry you may feel is not uncommon, especially...
If you sustain a shoulder injury in a vehicle collision on your way to work, will you qualify to receive workers’ compensation benefits? The “going and coming” rule may apply. Sometimes an injury you suffer during a commute to work is not covered. However, there are...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may manifest in the aftermath of any traumatic event. This includes stressful events that happen at work, especially in jobs with a high rate of traumatic incidents like emergency responding units. Unfortunately, PTSD of any sort...
When you file a workers’ compensation claim for an injury, you should prepare for the return process as you recover. Remember that you can return to work as soon as you are able, even if it means some accommodations to do the job. Some companies will even offer you an...
Your body is capable of working hard and accomplishing a lot, but there are limits to what it can do. Overexertion injuries can occur when you try to push your body beyond its limits. According to the National Safety Council, overexertion injuries were the most common...
Understanding Social Security's definition of disability is incredibly important when applying for these benefits. If you fail to fully grasp this concept, it could impact your ability to get approval for benefits. The Social Security Administration has a strict...
If you get hurt at work, you may be unable to return to your duties and struggle to make ends meet without a paycheck. The workers’ compensation system can provide wage replacement benefits as well as medical benefits to help you pay for needed healthcare to recover....
Computer use has become a crucial element in nearly every business. If your job requires you to type for most of your day, you may have to deal with eventual health repercussions. While typing is not strenuous, it requires you to remain sedentary and use repetitive...
If you suffer a catastrophic injury in a motor vehicle accident, filing a personal injury claim may be instrumental in securing the compensation you need to afford necessary treatment. However, receiving the best possible settlement is often a matter of proving that...
Workers' compensation benefits can alleviate some of your financial stress if you sustain a work-related injury. Your benefits can supplement lost wages and help you maintain financial obligations during recovery. Even though it might seem as though you can file a...