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If you suffer an injury at work and have to stay home to recover, it is crucial to give yourself enough time to heal before going back to work. However, it is not entirely up to you whether you are truly well enough to return. A doctor will regularly assess your...
Getting hurt at work happens more often than you think. Workers hurt their shoulders daily while lifting boxes, reaching overhead or doing the same moves repeatedly. These injuries can keep you from working and earning your paycheck. What counts as a workplace...
Chronic back pain makes daily tasks challenging enough. Getting hurt at work can make it even worse. When workplace injuries occur, workers' compensation serves as your financial safety net while you recover. But what happens when insurers question your claim because...
Many workers' compensation claims are simple and straightforward. There is an incident in the workplace. An employee sustains an obvious injury. They report the matter to their employer, seek medical care and file a workers' compensation claim. They can then receive...
You got hurt at work. You filed a claim. Now, you rely on workers' compensation benefits to help you get by while you recover. What happens if those benefits suddenly stop? It can be a scary and confusing situation, especially when you are trying to focus on healing....
When a workplace accident leaves you injured, the physical pain is often just the beginning. Anxiety, stress and emotional turmoil can linger long after the initial injury, making it difficult to return to work or even daily life. Can you seek workers' compensation...
Trust plays a vital role in medical care. You want a doctor who understands your concerns and makes you feel confident about your treatment plan. This is especially true for serious injuries that may need surgery or extended care, like a rotator cuff injury. After...
Some types of insurance are voluntary. Others are mandatory. Homeowners insurance falls into a gray area between those two categories. People who purchase real property using financing typically have an obligation to carry property insurance. Even those who purchase...
When a workers' compensation claim gets denied, it can feel overwhelming. The process is often complex, and the denial can lead to significant changes in your life. Understanding these potential impacts can help you prepare and take appropriate action. 1. Financial...
Mental health issues can be like physical injuries, debilitating and stressful, yet they often go unrecognized in the workplace. You may be eligible for workers ' compensation when your job causes or worsens a mental health condition. But how do you prove the...
