Apr 30, 2025 | WC & Other Laws
Why Workers’ Compensation Is Like the Red Cross? – The number one reaction we get from injured workers is how few benefits there are for them, saying it’s not nearly enough. No one is glad they got injured because of the money they received was worth it....
Oct 17, 2024 | Employment Concerns
Can I be fired while on Workers’ Compensation? – You can be fired after a work injury, but there are a lot of limitations depending on why your employer wants to fire you. I can no longer do my job Just like if you would want to leave your job if your boss...
Oct 3, 2024 | Compensability
Medical Set Aside Account (MSA) – Part of your compensation for a work injury is medical care. With serious injuries, you might need medical care long into the future after settlement. So, we need to make sure the settlement includes potential future medical...
Sep 12, 2024 | WC & Other Laws
Can You Be Fired Because of a Work Injury? – You can get fired even if you’re off work because of a work injury. However, you can’t be fired simply for requesting Workers’ Compensation benefits. For example, if you get injured on the job because you were under...
Jul 10, 2024 | Compensability, WC & Other Laws
Injured during a Coffee Break? – Injuries during what is called a personal comfort moment like a coffee break throughout a work day, are considered part of employment hours. If you need to go outside for fresh air or stand up and walk around a bit, anything for...
