Mistakes that seem inconsequential at the time can result in less money or benefits when it comes time for settlement. Therefore, in this blog, we examine the top four mistakes employees make when injured and pursue workers' compensation.
A repetitive motion injury occurs when the muscles, ligaments, tendons, or nerves are damaged because an individual repeatedly performs the same motion. Repetitive motion conditions manifest from many microscopic tears in the tissue. Generally, the body will self-heal these tiny tears as they occur. However, if the body cannot heal the tears because they are [...]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there are approximately 2,800,000 nonfatal workplace injuries or illnesses reported annually.
Once implication of the COVID-19 shutdowns and shelter-in-place orders many have not thought of is that of workman's compensation laws and proceedings.
For those owning a business in Florida, worker's compensation laws are an important topic to understand. For those working at one of these businesses, the information is equally important. A breach of these rights under the law could lead to legal action. Taken from MyFloridaCFO.com, the following blog identifies workers compensation FAQs you may wish [...]
Although the employer has the legal responsibility of protecting employees from workplace injuries, employees do bear some responsibility.
Regulations change and the legal landscape changes. Here are the emerging workers compensation trends we see moving into the new decade.
Filing a workmans compensation claim after being hurt on the job is your right - but can your boss legally fire you if you do?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for ensuring workplace safety. Can you sue if OSHA requirements are ignored?
If injured at work, employees should be eligible to file workman's compensation claims to reflect their injuries and lost wages.
