Workplace Fatality: A Family’s Guide to Workers Compensation Death Benefits
Everybody hates to talk about death. It’s something often spoken about in hushed tones and whispers. However, the death of a loved one can change almost everything in a moment. It’s even worse when your relative dies because of a job they loved doing. So what’s the best way forward in such a situation? The […]
Worker’s Compensation Denied? Why That Shouldn’t Stop You
Did the claims administrator deny your worker’s compensation claim? This can happen even when you do everything by the book, and even in the most obvious cases. However, just because your worker’s comp claim was denied, doesn’t mean you should give up. State workers’ compensation systems aim to provide you with specific benefits in case […]
Injured at Work? Your Rights Under GA Workers Comp Laws
Every year, Georgia deals without about 80,000 workers non-fatally injured while on the job. Even as most employers work to meet OSHA and other safety standards, some workplaces still remain unsafe and accidents at work continue to occur. If you’ve been injured on the job, it’s hard to know what GA workers comp laws apply to you and […]
When to File a Workers Comp Claim (& When Not to!)
In 2012 alone, three million nonfatal workplace accidents occurred in the United States. That means, for every 100 full-time employees, 3.5 got injured. If this has happened to you, how do you know when you should file a workers’ comp claim? From lost wages to permanent disability, workers’ compensation can provide you with financial compensation. But you […]
8 Most Common Workplace Injuries to Watch Out For
Workplace injuries are more common than you think. In 2016, there were over 2.9 million workplace injuries reported in the United States. Every workplace is vulnerable to accidents and injuries. The types of injuries likely to happen vary based on the workplace environment. Have you experienced an injury at work? Or have you noticed hazards and potential risks in your […]
Help! My Workers’ Compensation Claim Has Been Denied! Now What?
While only a mere 2% of workers compensation claims are ever found to be fraudulent, you might think the percentage was closer to 92% due to the way that some insurance companies often respond to claims.Insurance companies want to thoroughly investigate every claim, making it seem like every claim might be suspect, every worker intoxicated, and every employer negligent. Don’t let these hurdles to your workers’ compensation claim get […]
The Top 10 Most Common Workplace Injuries
Many people would describe their job as a “dead-end” or even “deadly dull,” but most of them don’t literally put their lives on the line when they clock in. Know who does? Loggers, fishers, pilots and flight engineers, roofers, and trash collectors — the five most dangerous professions. Getting hurt on the job can happen to […]
10 Things Every Employee Should Know About Workers Compensation Laws
No one expects to get injured on the job, but it happened to approximately 2.9 million workers in the private industry in 2016. Even so, many workers are reluctant to file a worker’s compensation claim because they fear it will cost them their job or have other, negative repercussions. Here, we’ll cover 10 of the most frequently-asked […]
What You Should Do if You Get Inured at Work and Get Fired Without Receiving Benefits
The number of work-related injuries every year cost our economy a total of $15.1 billion across all industries. When people are injured on the job, many employers don’t see a hurt colleague, but immediately start thinking about lost funds. If you’ve been injured at work, an employer’s misguided thinking could end up costing you your job. If […]
How Do You Know if Your Workers Comp Settlement is Fair?
Almost 3 million people are injured in America every year as a result of workplace issues in the private sector alone. The gravity of that number sheds light on the fact that many employees get put in positions where they need to take time off to recover. That time off can be expensive. Your ability to get […]