Workplace deaths typically occur when a worker sustains injuries on the job that lead to their death; workplace deaths may also occur when an accident occurs at work leading to a death at the scene. Unfortunately, these situations typically leave grieving family members to pick up the pieces both emotionally and financially. The good news is t
Injuries may occur at work for a variety of reasons. Some jobs involve inherent hazards or may place an expected level of strain on the body such as jobs that require repetitive motion. Injuries may also occur as the result of an accident or safety oversight on the job. Regardless of how a workplace injury occurs, there may be options for phys
Workers’ compensation or “workers’ comp” laws vary state by state, but something they share in common is the blanket requirement for most employers to offer it in some form. Texas is the only state with an exception to this rule. In Texas, employers are not required to offer workers’ compensation; however, many choose to do so anyway
Workers’ compensation, commonly referred to as “workers’ comp,” is a type of insurance carried by most employers to help pay some of the medical bills and lost wages for workers injured on the job. Workers’ comp insurance also protects employers from liability; in most cases, an injured worker cannot sue their employer for damages if
Workers who are too injured to return to their job have several options available to them; these options may vary depending on how and where the injury occurred. For example, if the injury occurred at work, workers’ compensation benefits may help cover part of the injured person’s expenses. If the injury either at work or elsewhere as the
Employer-offered wellness programs have been controversial from their conception; while the idea of an employer offering new ways for employees to take charge of their health and wellness both at work and at home sounds like a good idea, the problem arises with the “voluntary” nature of these programs.
Employer-offered wellness programs m
Any kind of accident can be overwhelming, and family is often the best method of support after a serious injury. There are several specific ways family members can help their loved one after an accident, whether that person is too injured to help themselves or simply too overwhelmed. The love, encouragement, and presence of family members in a
Losing a loved one in a work-related accident is always a tragedy, but can be particularly damaging when the deceased was a primary earner for the family. When a loved one dies in a work-related accident, depending on the circumstances of the death the family may be eligible to receive a variety of benefits. If your loved one’s death occurre
If you have been injured at work, your medical bills may be covered under workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ comp is an insurance program employers pay for to offer financial compensation to injured workers in order to cover lost wages and medical bills as a result of workplace accidents. In most states, employers are required to of
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a worldwide crisis in many ways, requiring new measures from policymakers around the world regarding the way business is conducted, all the way down to workers’ compensation. While workers’ compensation is typically intended to cover medical bills and lost wages for employees injured while on the job, there ha
When a loved one dies due to a work-related accident or injuries, it can be difficult to know how to move forward. Not only do families struggle with the emotional loss of someone they cared for and depended on, but the financial ramifications can be significant as well, especially if the deceased was the primary wage-earner. Workers’ compensati
Workers’ compensation, commonly referred to as “workers’ comp”, is a type of insurance paid for by an employer to protect themselves from a lawsuit in the case of an employee injury. This workers’ comp insurance is used to help an injured employee pay their medical bills and any lost wages which may occur as a result of the injury, medic
When you are hurt on the job, you may be eligible to receive workers’ compensation, commonly referred to as workers’ comp. Workers’ comp is designed to pay for any medical bills and lost wages which may occur due to a work injury or illness. However, proving that an injury sustained in a work accident is eligible for workers’ comp can be d
It may come as a surprise, but did you know that, if you are injured at work in Georgia, you are entitled to workers’ compensation - even if you are at fault for the injury?
In the state of Georgia, workers’ compensation laws are considered “no fault,” meaning that even if your own negligence is the cause of injury, you can still collec
Returning to work after an injury can be painful and stress-inducing, but is inevitable for many people who rely on regular paychecks to pay their daily expenses. It’s important to always consult with your doctor and your employer before returning to work after an injury to avoid doing more damage. If the injury is not fully healed or is hea
