Any car accident can result in a stressful and complicated recovery process, and work-related car accidents can be even more complicated due to the variety of parties that are involved; the employee driver, another driver, the employer, the employer’s insurance provider, etc. It is important to know what to do after being involved in a car accident while on the job or in a company vehicle.
Many employers offer workers’ compensation, commonly...
Any workplace contains inherent hazards, and with those hazards comes the potential for accidents. Failure to follow safety regulations or to enforce safety protocol can result in avoidable accidents and even catastrophic injuries. Most employers are required to offer some form of workers’ compensation, although the laws vary from state to state so it’s important to research the legislation in your area.
Workers’ compensation is a form of...
When a loved one dies due to a work-related accident or injuries, it can be difficult to know how to move forward. Not only do families struggle with the emotional loss of someone they cared for and depended on, but the financial ramifications can be significant as well, especially if the deceased was the primary wage-earner. Workers’ compensation is often credited as a way to cover medical bills and lost wages when someone is injured at work,...
When you are hurt on the job, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation, commonly referred to as workers’ comp. Workers’ comp is designed to pay for any medical bills and lost wages which may occur due to a work injury or illness. However, proving that an injury sustained in a work accident is eligible for workers’ comp can be difficult when unscrupulous insurance companies are involved.In some cases, you may be eligible to...
Work injuries are remarkably common, and workers’ compensation laws may vary between states and may or may not be sufficient to cover the expenses incurred by a work injury. In some cases, you may even be eligible to file a personal injury claim in addition to workers’ compensation. Regardless of how you decide to seek compensation for a work injury, it is imperative that you collect specific evidence regarding the accident to keep in a safe...
After replacing fluorescent light fixtures with LED options, an accident caused severe and deadly burn injuries for a 28-year-old worker at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center. The question remains: did the company do everything it was supposed to do to ensure the safety of their employee?Why Did This Electrocution Accident Occur?The incident occurred due to the electricity still being on while the worker was changing out the light...
Workplace Accidents: Third Party Liability Lawsuits
If you have been hurt at work due to an accident or have otherwise developed a medical condition due to the recurring exposure to hazards or other toxins, workers’ compensation benefits can help you in the recovery process. However, workers' compensation may not be your only option for recovering after a workplace accident.
Through workers’ compensation, you may be able to receive...