When you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, they are paid on a weekly basis. For some people, however, weekly benefits do not work well because they have financial obligations that they need to cover. In some situations, settlement or…
If I Have a Third Party Settlement in My Workers’ Compensation Case, Who Pays My Medical Bills? Many injured workers pursue simultaneous claims for compensation in the form of workers’ compensation benefits and a lawsuit for civil damages against a…
When you are injured in the workplace, the natural tendency is to experience stress and anxiety about your financial future. An extended period of time off from work and lost income can threaten the ability of injured employees and their…
Who is at risk for contracting MRSA on the job? While it could potentially be a risk for a variety of industries, health care workers are most at risk. In fact, health care workers could be exposed to serious strains…
Getting injured while on the job can turn your life upside down. First of all, dealing with the pain is the biggest frustration, with the financial repercussions being a close second. You may not feel like doing much, but despite…