While leaving your place of employment doesn’t automatically end a work-injury claim, there are some important things you should know. The idea of quitting your job while receiving compensation benefits might seem absurd. However, you may no longer feel safe at your workplace or get a better job offer from another company. What will happen … Read more
Yes. Depending on the specifics of your case you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits even after being fired. Generally, you’re entitled to workers’ compensation benefits when you get injured on the job. The compensation helps you meet any medical expenses, lost wages, and pain or suffering you may experience due to the injury. … Read more
When a business closes its doors, many employees are affected, including workers receiving workers’ compensation due to injuries suffered in the workplace. Understandably, the injured worker may wonder what will happen to their workers’ comp benefits. “Are My Benefits Safe?“ Yes. Generally, your workers’ comp benefits are safe in the event of a closure. You’ll … Read more
Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are planning on taking a vacation while receiving workers compensation benefits. Going on vacation may seem like a reasonable thing to do if you’re out of work because of a workplace injury. After all, when you’re on a tight work schedule, such opportunities come … Read more
Having your workers’ comp benefits terminated while still nursing work-related injuries can certainly be upsetting and confusing. Being out of work due to an injury is devastating, but when the money that covers your lost wages and medical bills is cut off, the experience can be overwhelming. Here are some frequently asked questions about the … Read more
If you have suffered a work-related injury or illness, don’t let myths and misconceptions stop you from seeking compensation. Did you know that the employer-reported injury and illness rate in 2019 stood at 2.8 cases per 100 full-time employees? Work-related injuries and illnesses are common, yet a lot of misinformation still exists around the topic. … Read more