An on-the-job injury is not what someone expects to experience when they start their shift. However, workers do get hurt at work every day due to small mistakes they make themselves, errors on the part of coworkers or even issues with workplace equipment. When a work...
Workers’ Compensation
Nursing is a hazardous occupation
Nurses have demanding jobs that require them to deal with hazards on each shift. These challenges can put them in considerable danger of suffering injuries while they’re working. The onus is on an employer to ensure that all employees have a safe workplace. When they...
Workers’ comp: Understanding employer rights and responsibilities in Indiana
The Indiana Workers' Compensation Act plays a vital role in helping to ensure that both employers and employees are protected in the event that a worker sustains harm related to their job. The Indiana Workers' Compensation Act mandates that most employers obtain...
Workers’ compensation claim: What evidence do you need?
Workers’ compensation benefits can help to provide some much-needed financial support if you suffer injuries as a result of a workplace accident or a work-acquired condition. For a successful claim, you’ll need to gather specific evidence to help establish the...
4 common mistakes can harm your workers’ compensation claim
The moment a workplace accident occurs sets in motion a series of critical steps and decisions that ultimately determine the fate of a potential workers' compensation claim. Mistakes during the claims process can be disastrous, potentially leaving injured workers...
What happens if a worker suffers a permanent disability?
Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. If a work-related injury or illness results in permanent disability, an affected worker may be entitled to additional benefits that are not...
How workers cover lost wages and medical bills after a job injury
If someone gets hurt on the job, they may require emergency medical care and support during their recovery. Especially when someone's injuries are significant or they work a demanding and physical job, it may be necessary for them to take a lengthy leave of absence...
Can you get workers’ comp if you were at fault for your harm?
You know that your company is obligated to provide workers’ comp in case you get hurt on the job. An injury happens, and it’s very clear that you weren’t injured at home or anything of that nature. You’re not trying to defraud the system. You’re just trying to get the...
How workplace amputations occur
The last thing you expect when turning up to work is to be involved in an accident that results in an amputation. Sadly, this is a reality for thousands of individuals across the U.S. each year. Depending on the body part that is lost, an amputation can impact your...
What should you do after a workplace accident?
Your actions after a workplace accident could make or break your workers' compensation claim. Quite often, many claims are denied because the affected workers' unknowingly made mistakes or failed to follow some guidelines. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the...
