Legal Articles

When you suffer workplace injuries, one of the first questions that will likely run into your mind is, “do I need a lawyer”? You may also wonder when to hire a workers’ comp lawyer, the legal assistance they offer, and the cost of hiring one. Beyond the injuries, there’s so much uncertainty, so filing a […]

Did you know that approximately five million workers are injured on the job every year? In fact, a worker gets injured at work every nine seconds. Worse, workplace accidents claimed the lives of 4,764 workers in 2020. That is a shocking 13 fatalities per day. That’s why all states require employers to carry workers’ compensation

No one wishes to get injured at the workplace or anywhere else. But because accidents always happen, it is prudent to know your legal options. There is a common misconception among workers that you are only entitled to workers’ compensation benefits if you are injured on the job. That is not always the case. Filing

Workers hardly anticipate getting hurt when performing their tasks, adhering to company rules, and navigating their workplace. Regardless, accidents do happen. Knowing what to do after suffering a work-related injury can enable workers to pursue their compensation faster than they would if they were clueless about the process. It all begins with reporting the injury.

Workplace injuries happen every other day. Workers in all industries and occupations are exposed to various risks, from broken bones to back pain. These risks leave millions of workers unable to work either short-term or long-term. According to the U.S Department of Labor, approximately 2.8 million non-fatal injuries and illnesses have occurred across all industries