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Can You Legally Let Someone Go Who Is on Workers Comp?
When someone is injured while at work, he or she is eligible to receive compensation from the employer to cover medical costs and lost wages. This system is rightfully called workers comp and is meant to protect the financial stability of individuals that are suffering through injury recovery and the inability to work. When… Read More »
Do I Need Workers Compensation Insurance?
As a business, there are many different ways that you can help your employees and lead through a fulfilling career or work experience. When one of your employees is injured while on the job, you are obligated by law to provide compensation to them. There is a kind of insurance available to help you… Read More »
What is the Goal of Workers Compensation?
A workplace injury can create difficult circumstances for someone. Having to pursue the payment of medical expenses while at the same time physically recovering from the injury can be both painful and financially draining. Furthermore, if the injury is severe enough to inhibit someone from returning to work, the road to recovery becomes that… Read More »
Examples of Medical Malpractice
When one places his or her trust in a doctor or medical professional, there is an expectation that that professional will help alleviate their pain or affliction. When they fail to and instead worsen a condition or inflict a new injury, there are repercussions that the affected person can and should follow through on…. Read More »
Worker’s Compensation Laws
Worker’s compensation is a kind of insurance that is funded by your employer and paid to the injured employee to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs incurred as a result of the injury. Unlike a personal injury lawsuit, a successful worker’s compensation claim does not require that the employer was negligent, lowering… Read More »
Personal Injury VS Workers Compensation
Choosing between a worker’s compensation claim and a personal injury lawsuit requires some research into the law, but also an honest assessment of your own situation. Both avenues have benefits and drawbacks, and because each case is unique, your life after an injury can be difficult to navigate without an expert’s assistance. If your… Read More »
Construction Accident Claims
You probably already realize that construction is a dangerous job. Everyone is responsible for taking precautions in or around a construction site, even people who aren’t working. However, this doesn’t mean that project managers and city planners are off the hook. Any time that someone is injured on a construction site, whether a worker… Read More »
Legal Options and Rights for Injured Construction Workers
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to compensation. Generally speaking, your options will be limited to the following: worker’s compensation and personal injury lawsuits. Depending on the cause of your injury, you may choose to sue your employer or a third party, such as an equipment manufacturer. Each option… Read More »
How Do I Know If I Have a Wrongful Death Case?
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. If it’s the result of another person’s negligence, it can be especially traumatic, especially if the negligence comes from a trusted caregiver. After you’ve taken the time to grieve, you might decide to take legal action against the people who caused… Read More »
What are the Warning Signs of Elder Abuse?
If you’re concerned about the way your loved one is being treated by a facility or individual caregiver, it’s important to remember that elder abuse is not always reported. Older adults may fear retaliation if they come forward with reports of mistreatment at the hands of someone much younger, particularly if they are facing… Read More »
