Workers’ compensation compensates employees injured while on the job. However, successfully claiming workers’ comp benefits can be complicated. There are many hurdles to overcome and it is a frustrating process that could end in a denial—particularly if there is no attorney present. An attorney can
As the U.S. workforce continues to age, this will affect how workers’ compensation claims are handled. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that over the next five years, the percentage of people over the age of 45 in the U.S. workforce will increase to over
First responders encounter continuous occupational exposure to acute trauma and stress. Law enforcement, firefighters, 911 operators, emergency room staff, doctors, nurses, and so many more have direct trauma from the workplace which can eventually become a burden. It is essential that first responders injured on
Individuals afflicted with PTSD avoid any situation, person, or event that will trigger a memory of the trauma. Inside, they feel numb and devoid of emotion. They try to shut out the feelings and memories while friends and family stand by, feeling helpless and rejected—unsure
Teeth are vital. They allow us to eat. They allow us to speak. And they keep our entire facial structure from drooping around us. If these vital functions get jeopardized because of a workplace injury, it is the duty of your employer and the workers'
People barely blink anymore when the news reports there has been a data breach. We become desensitized after hearing the same thing repeatedly —who the breach affected, how much damage is caused, and of course what is being done to fix it. A data breach
Independent contractors, freelancers, consultants--whatever name you attach to this category of worker—in the state of Georgia are not eligible for workers' compensation benefits. As the economy continues to shift, we are seeing increasing numbers of employers who outsource work to independent contractors and reap the
A special documentary series was done about Hawaii’s workers’ compensation system. The document focuses on surveillance use. The State’s largest workers’ comp carrier claims it has an obligation to stop fraud by all parties in workers’ comp cases, including not just workers, but employers, vendors,
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.9 million workplace injuries and illnesses in the private sector in 2016. Nearly one-third of those were of a more serious nature and resulted in loss of work. There is little question that sustaining an injury
The healthcare industry continues to evolve. The pace of change within healthcare is rapid, and the evolution is fast. There is great scope of practice advancements for physician assistants and nurse practitioners. More competition is greater for convenient and quicker options for care. Legislative