If you’ve been injured while on the job, you can file a workers’ compensation claim to cover your medical bills and other expenses incurred while you’re recovering. Most employees do file one of these claims, especially if the injury is easy to prove or if they’re going to be unable to work for months. But […]
Some people are hesitant to file a workers’ compensation claim, even if they know their case is completely valid, because they’re afraid that their employer will retaliate against them. While this is certainly not something that should occur, it does. Many states do have laws that state employers may not retaliate in any way against […]
An orthopedic physical therapist is an expert in helping you regain your motor functions, range of motion, and normal healthy life after you’ve been injured or dealt with an illness that affects the joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, or muscles. These orthopedic issues require the assistance of someone who has the education and knowledge not only […]
If your worker’s comp claim has been denied, you’re likely to be shocked and disheartened. Unfortunately, a number of these claims do come back denied. If your case was denied, it could be because of one of these very common reasons. You Missed the Deadline Worker’s comp cases must be filed in New York in […]
In order for productivity to increase and maximum output to be achieved, the work environment needs to be friendly and conducive for all employees. In order to achieve this status, all managers need to be aware of workplace hazards. While each working environment has its own potential hazards, there are those that occur more than […]
No one enjoys the pain that comes with an injury. But what if you get hurt while carrying out your work duties? What are your options? Getting hurt at your workplace can be such a traumatic experience. The pain itself weighs heavily on your body. Your productivity level goes down, reducing your wage hours. That’s […]
Shoulder pain is an incredibly common condition that can leave you out of work. While some kinds of shoulder pain may appear immediately after lifting something heavy or falling, other kinds of pain may build up over time. If you’re experiencing shoulder pain as a result of an injury in the workplace or workplace activities, […]
If you’ve been injured in a workplace injury, you’re probably hoping to get back on your feet as quickly as possible. However, in order to have your medical bills covered by workers’ compensation insurance, you need to ensure you’re seeing a doctor who works with workers’ comp cases. In many cases, you are allowed to […]
A workplace injury is never easy to deal with. When you’re injured while on the job, you may be left out of work, unable to pay your medical bills, and in pain. If you try to return to work too quickly, you could make the injury even worse. Luckily, workers’ compensation benefits can help you […]
If you work in an industrial industry, you probably already know you’re prone to injuries. When using powerful equipment or performing manual labor each day, accidents can happen that may take a toll on your body. Even if you’re careful and using equipment properly, you may find yourself with damage to your musculoskeletal system. Getting […]
