Workers’ compensation fraud may be a term you’ve heard while scrolling through social media or catching up on the news. Many people understand what fraud is as it pertains to common types of fraud such as mail fraud and

Stop and think about all of the ways that an injury can be much more than just physical. Psychological injuries are not uncommon and can be as serious, if not more, than physical injuries. Depending on the industry you

One of the most difficult questions we receive from clients at Poirier Law Firm involves an employee’s right to sue their employer after a work-related injury. Many injured workers wonder if they are eligible to sue their employer after

Whether you are in the initial stages of filing a workers’ compensation claim or nearing the end of the process, you may be wondering if your case will need to go to trial. There are many different factors that

Although a work-related injury may be inconvenient, it is sometimes difficult to determine if it is worth it to contact a workers’ compensation attorney. Many employees do not fully understand the workers’ compensation system and this unfamiliarity can result

Unfortunately, fraudulent activity is present in many different industries. From banking to business, fraud is a five letter word that most people are familiar with. What happens, though, when fraudulent activity impacts your safety in the workplace or your

Slips, trips and falls are only a few of the most common accidents that can happen at the workplace. Many companies take strict precautions to prevent employee injuries, however, unfortunately not all accidents can be avoided. If you have

Volunteers have always been an essential part of our community and economy. Now more than ever, we rely on individuals donating their time to help hospitals, shelters, small businesses and more stay afloat. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance

There are many important factors to consider when managing a business. Juggling the vast number of components that comprise a good business is no easy task and many employers forget that one of their most important assets is their

Injuries in the workplace are not uncommon. Often times, they are simply the result of bad luck or being in the wrong place at the wrong time. If this is the case, then why would your employer ask you