What To Do if You’ve Been Injured at Work: A Guide
Did you know that there are over 2 million work-related injuries in the United States each year? Unfortunately, many of these injuries can lead to substantial health issues in the future. If you’ve been injured at work, it’s essential that you take the appropriate steps afterward so that you can resolve the situation in your favor. We’ve […]
Injuries at Work – What You Need to Know
Did you know that in the United States in 2020, emergency rooms treated approximately 1.8 million workers who suffered injuries at work? That equates to about 4930 reported injuries per day! An injury is work-related if an act or incident in the workplace contributed to it; alternatively, it significantly worsened a pre-existing illness or injury. Many people take […]
8 Common on the Job Work Injuries
According to Liberty Mutual, workplace injuries can cost U.S. companies over $1 billion each week. But what about the workers who suffer from negligence and unsafe working conditions? Without the proper care and compensation for on-the-job injuries, workers needlessly suffer. An estimated 2.8 million non-fatal workplace injuries and accidents occur in private industries around the United States each […]
Workplace Accidents: What to Do Right After
Did you know that employers report over 2.7 million non-fatal injuries each year? We all want to believe that our employers our looking out for our best interests when an awful accident occurs. Sadly, this isn’t always the case. Many businesses do not want to pay the increased insurance premiums caused by a work-related injury. So, sometimes, […]
The Most Common Mistakes Workers Make After an Injury on the Job
The most recent data on workplace injuries in the United States shows approximately 2.7 million non-lethal injuries per year. However, the number of people who receive full benefits is far fewer. But how do you make sure you get all the benefits you deserve after an injury on the job? In this article, we discuss some of […]
What to Do If You’ve Been Denied Your Worker’s Comp Claim?
Did you know that the most common workplace injuries are from overexertion and slip and falls? They account for about 75% of all non-fatal workplace injuries. Different workplaces have different levels of risk. You can be exposed to radiation, asbestos, electricity, or any other harmful substances. When you are dealing with a workplace injury, the first thing […]
What to Do If You Slip and Fall at Work
Are you wondering what you should do if you’ve been injured at work? Employers have the responsibility to keep their workplaces safe for employees. Most take great measures to fix any potential hazards. Yet sometimes people slip and fall at work. If they’re injured, they might require medical treatment and time away from their job. […]
Workers Compensation Claims and Arthritis: What You Need to Know
Do you believe that the arthritis you’re battling is a result of the job you’ve been performing for years now? Do you feel that the medical bills are stacking up for an injury you had nothing to do with? If so, then you need to learn all you can about workers’ compensation claims and arthritis. […]
5 Things to Know About a Workers Comp Attorney
Experiencing an injury can be a scary, life-changing time. It can be even more frightening when it happens at work or impacts your ability to do your job. The purpose of workers’ comp is to help you when you get injured on the job. However, navigating a workers’ compensation situation can be tricky, especially if your injury […]
Lump Sum Settlements in GA Workers’ Comp Cases: What You Need to Know
If you have suffered a workplace injury and are offered a settlement, you need to know your options. Most settlements are in a lump-sum, but some injured workers opt for structured payments. In the U.S., there were almost 900,000 workplace injuries in 2019! When it comes to the average workers’ comp lump sum settlement, you must […]