Before the coronavirus pandemic broke out, injury-based claims vastly outnumbered the amount of disease-based claims. In the recent weeks, however, we have seen numbers adjust and reveal an entirely different story about which type of claims are being filed more frequently. Many states are implementing
There have been many changes recently due to coronavirus altering the way we live. COVID-19 has especially impacted the workforce and normal operations of many businesses. In response to the pandemic, many companies have decided to limit or modify their operations to best suit their
During this confusing time, it is important to stay in-the-know with how COVID-19 is impacting workers’ safety and rights. The Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group periodically releases updates on how specific industries and states are being impacted by the pandemic. There have recently been
An occupational exposure or on-the-job injury claim covers workers who are exposed to diseases or infections through activities related to their job duties. Oftentimes, this applies to workers who come in contact with dangerous substances or chemicals that can result in a myriad of health
If you have suffered from an injury or illness on-the-job, you know how traumatic the incident is. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a workplace accident is not much better and you may be wondering whether or not you have a valid workers’ compensation claim. In order