Extreme heat conditions can result in a few different heat-related injuries. Workers exposed to heat may be able to file workers' compensation claims for relief. Types of Heat-Related Injuries Construction workers and other outdoor employees may be susceptible to heat-related…
Getting injured while on the job is no fun. It’s essential to follow the rules and file your claim when it is due, so you don’t make things worse by not filing on time and having your benefits denied. What…
If you have experienced an accident at work and suffered an injury followed by medical bills, recovery, and other expenses, you are entitled to your workers' compensation benefits. However, not everything falls into place with every incident, and there are…
The answer to this question is generally medical bills are paid 100% by worker’s compensation. Every workers' compensation issue is different, and legal issues may require payments that workers' compensation does not cover. What is Workers' Compensation Insurance? Workers' compensation…
Surprisingly, slip, trip, and fall accidents are among the nation’s leading causes of death (15% of all accidental deaths, according to OSHA). Workplace slip and falls should be taken very seriously and prevented at all costs. What is a Slip…
If you suffer an injury or illness while on the job, your life could be turned upside down by the devastating effects. If you require extensive medical treatment and a lot of time off work, you may need help with…
Many workers find themselves in the unfortunate position of getting injured at work, and not knowing what to do next. A work injury can be very destabilizing to the individual and their family unit, so taking the correct steps to preserve workers' comp…
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