Articles Posted in Workers Compensation

Workers compensation is supposed to be a straightforward process for those who were injured on the job to collect benefits for costs associated with their injury. However, insurance companies – and sometimes employers – don’t always make things easy. That’s where you need an experienced workers comp lawyer to help. With over a decade of…

Experiencing an injury while working is already a stressful situation. Getting the Rhode Island workers compensation payment shouldn’t add to your stress level. Unfortunately, sometimes employers or insurers may prioritize their bottom line over what is right – and what is legally owed to you – and act in bad faith. Having an experienced Rhode…

If you work in injury-prone fields such as construction or machinery, you probably already have a basic understanding of workers’ compensation and how the system works. However, even if you do, it’s always good to brush up – and if you don’t, it’s time to start reading. Workers’ compensation is a legal system designed to…

The majority of Rhode Island employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. This system is designed to protect workers and give them a streamlined way of seeking compensation if they are injured in the workplace. If you were injured in the workplace, here is a basic breakdown of what you should…

Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common types of injury and account for over 1 million ER visits each year in the U.S. Though most falls are minor and result in a bump or bruise, 1 in 5 falls causes a serious injury like a broken bone or head injury, according to…

Falls are the most common reason for emergency room visits in the U.S. each year. This type of accident accounts for 1 million ER visits yearly. A slip and fall can happen anyplace, in a residential setting or a commercial setting. Falls frequently take place at a grocery store, big box store, hotels, and in…

School is over and the summer job search has begun for many Rhode Island teens. Parents are thrilled if their teen secures summertime employment to keep them busy, teach them responsibility, and earn some spending money. Before they begin though, it’s important they receive proper training in order to maintain a safe environment and avoid…

If you are injured on the job in Massachusetts, your injury is probably covered by workers’ compensation. Under Massachusetts workers’ compensation laws, an injured employee who requires medical treatment or is out of work for more than six days receives compensation for his medical expenses and lost income. However, workers’ compensation benefits are limited. You…

The Massachusetts workers’ compensation system is designed to protect employees who are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation laws are complex, and many workers wonder if they need a Massachusetts workers’ comp attorney or if they can represent themselves in their claim. Can I Represent Myself? Yes, you have the right to represent yourself in…