A work injury could sideline an employee for days, weeks, even months. Workers’ compensation happens in two ways. First, the injured employee reports their injury or occupational disease to their employer. Second, the employer reports the injury to their insurance provider, kickstarting the work comp process. While it sounds straightforward, it does not always work this way. As we often

An injury on the job can leave you with countless medical bills and missed work time. Unplanned forced time away can cause employees to stress about paying for their living costs. Luckily, many workers are protected if they sustain a work injury. You have a legal right to claim compensation for your medical cost and lost wages. With workers’ compensation,

Millions of people across the U.S. are hurt on the job every year. A work injury can wreak havoc on your personal and professional life. After a work-related accident you may be facing the unpleasant reality of mounting debt from unpaid medical bills, and missing out on work while you recover. Receiving benefits from workers’ compensation can help get an

When you are using a service or enjoying an activity outside your home, you may be surprised to find that you could be signing away your right to pursue compensation for an injury. In order to use an app or participate in an activity, you are often required to sign the service provider’s liability waiver. A liability waiver, or release

Most business owners are care about their customers and employees and would hate to see someone severely injured on their property. However, you may not be aware of the fact that if an individual slips and falls on the premises of their business, the owner could face a lawsuit. It is a business owner’s responsibility to understand the basic rules