Dealing with a workplace injury is stressful enough without the added complexity of navigating the workers’ compensation system. If you’ve never been through this process before, you might feel overwhelmed about finding and meeting with a workers’ compensation attorney.
The biggest day in professional football has arrived—Super Bowl LIX! While fans kick back, enjoy game day snacks, and cheer on their favorite teams, it’s worth reflecting on the immense physical toll this game takes on the athletes. For
Happy New Year from Poirier Law Firm! As we step into 2025, the workers’ compensation landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. The industry stands at a fascinating crossroads where traditional workplace protections meet emerging challenges – from
As the holiday season approaches, Georgia’s workforce expands with seasonal employees and delivery drivers striving to meet increased consumer demand. While essential to holiday operations, these workers face unique safety challenges, including longer work hours, more traffic on the
As the gig economy continues to expand, with 86% of companies planning to utilize independent contractors in the coming year, it’s crucial to understand your rights regarding workplace injuries. If you’re working as a contractor, freelancer, or consultant in
Hispanic Heritage Month: Protecting Our Latino Workers Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th and honors the immense contributions of the Latino community to the cultural, social and economic fabric of the United States. Latinos
Feeling tired at work isn’t just a problem for performance quality, but also a major hazard for worker health and safety. The dangers of drowsiness in the workplace go beyond yawning behind a computer and forgetting to send an
If your workers’ compensation claim has been denied, you may be wondering what your options are now. Your employer could have denied your claim for a handful of different reasons, however, it is important to know that not all
Out of all the ways to get from place A to B in today’s world, Uber and Lyft are amongst the most popular. Although these ride sharing platforms have brought huge benefits to the ease and affordability of transportation,
Our world is full of many “new norms” as we continue to combat the spread of COVID-19. One of these norms is the rapid increase in liability waivers nearly everywhere you go. Whether you’re heading to your neighborhood pool,