Most states require that employers carry workers’ compensation insurance. Therefore, when you got injured at work, you are typically entitled to these benefits. However, there are times when the insurance company denies your claim. These are some steps you should...
Workers’ Compensation
3 common workplace welding injuries
Welding is a rewarding but dangerous occupation. As a welder, you must be highly skilled, detail-oriented and careful. Unfortunately, if your employer does not value worker safety, you may be at risk for severe and life-altering injuries. Welders face unique...
Can children of injured workers receive college funds?
If you have faced a severe work-related injury, you may be wondering if there is extra assistance to help you put your children through college. Fortunately, the answer is yes. Several organizations exist to help children of seriously injured workers attend college....
3 workplace hazards all janitors should know
Whether the work is in schools, hotels or business offices, janitors face many hazards while on the job. According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 18,860 building cleaners and janitors reported workplace injuries in 2019. Many of these injuries resulted in...
Does immigration status effect a workers’ comp claim?
Being injured at work often brings concerns about loss of wages and your future earning potential. For workers with immigration issues, the worry becomes more complex. Workers with various immigration issues are often told that they are not eligible for workers' comp,...
Will workers’ compensation pay me if I can never return to work?
In 2020, 3.7% of California's workforce filed injury claims, according to the California Department of Industrial Relations. Workers' compensation ensures that employees' medical expenses related to these injuries get paid by their employers. However, if you are one...
Will filing for workers’ compensation hurt your work relations?
If you suffer a major injury in the workplace, you know that your top priority is to take care of your medical health so you can get back to top condition. However, you might have concerns over how your boss and coworkers will react if you file for compensation and...
7 common reasons why workers’ compensation claims get denied
Workers’ compensation insurance covers employees in the event of an injury that occurs in the workplace. This coverage provides medical care, wage compensation and recovery support to ill and injured employees, provided their condition occurred during work hours and...
Restaurant workers need to be aware of these dangers
Restaurant work may not strike most people as a dangerous job. Still, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that 2019 showed an average of nearly 257 daily nonfatal injuries and illnesses. Since jobs in food service present various hazards, restaurant employees...
Common injuries in the housekeeping field
While the field of housekeeping may not seem dangerous to some, the reality is that housekeepers face risks on a daily basis. This can be true whether you are a housekeeper at a hotel, a hospital or a large business or corporation. If you feel concerned about your...