If you have been injured at work, do not assume that your employer and it’s insurance company will set an easy path to compensation for you. If you’ve been injured on the job and have to miss work for an extended period, workers compensation can feel like a precious gift. It ensures that you have … Read more
In some cases, workers may discover that their workers compensation benefits have been suspended. Getting workers compensation benefits for your injury or treatment can be a heavy load lifted off one’s shoulders. You know that if you get injured at work, this insurance policy will cover the costs of your medical bills, and even account … Read more
Just because people can’t see your wounds, doesn’t necessarily mean you aren’t entitled to workers’ compensation. A laceration or head concussion can elicit the empathy of your manager and colleagues. However, not all work injuries are visible. Repetitive tasks, lifting heavy objects, a stressful work environment, and so on can lead to painful injuries and … Read more
Companies are required to provide employees with proper medical care and treatment after a work-related injury. A work injury can take a toll on the victim’s life. Not being able to sustain oneself and provide for the family can make you feel powerless. Depending on the seriousness of your injuries, you may expect a long … Read more
There have been cases where the workers fought this classification and filled a suit to get an employee status. The technological advancements of the last decades are changing the workforce irreversibly and forever. As the internet is making remote working possible, the gig economy is blossoming. The increased flexibility that the gig economy provides is … Read more
There are a number of factors that can contribute to a trench collapse. Here is what you can do to stay safe. The construction industry comes with numerous injury risks for workers. A lot of the incidents happen in the building’s trenches, often resulting in debilitating injuries or even death. Numerous causes can lead to … Read more