Misinformation about workers' compensation is widespread and can leave injured employees vulnerable, confused, and unaware of their rights. Whether it stems from workplace rumors, outdated advice, or simple misunderstandings, these myths often prevent workers from filing claims or accessing the full benefits they’re legally entitled
So, how long does it take for a case to reach a resolution? Well the timeline for your case depends on various unique factors that influence how long it can take to reach a settlement. While some claims should resolve quickly, unexpected complications can sometimes
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. While the aftermath of a work-related
Did you know that the end of Daylight Savings brings about several changes that can affect workplace safety? As the sun begins to set earlier and earlier, more employees are performing work-related duties in the dark. There are a handful of risks increased with the
Ghosts, ghouls and goblins aren’t the only frightening things around the Halloween season. The spooky holiday’s festivities comes with an increased chance of injuries at the workplace. Although the correlation between Halloween and workplace accidents might not seem obvious, the scary fun that accompanies this
With the drastic changes that have accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic, you may find yourself now classified as part-time when you were previously a full-time employee. Although your main concern is likely the impact this has on your pay, you should also consider how this change
Despite the fact life may be slowly returning to a state of normalcy, thousands of individuals are still contracting COVID-19 and falling ill to the virus. Although people are taking precautions such as staying at home when possible, wearing masks, and maintaining social distancing, there
On-the job injuries can be accompanied by large amounts of uncertainty about the future of your physical, mental and financial health. Sometimes during the confusion and chaos after a work-related injury, it is difficult to know how to file a workers’ compensation claim or if
Employees often know how workers’ compensation covers an injury if it is incurred on the premise of their job site, however, the concept of coverage relating to traveling in the course of employment is generally misunderstood. If you are required to drive in order to
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