Don’t let common workers’ comp mistakes derail your claim. When you are injured at work, it is important to know your rights and options under the workers’ compensation system. Unfortunately, many injured workers make common workers’ comp mistakes that can jeopardize their chances of getting the benefits they need and deserve. Here are five of […]
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When it comes to workers’ compensation and personal injury cases, there are some key differences that injured workers must know. For example: 1. Who Pays? In a workers’ compensation claim, the employer (or their insurance company) is responsible for paying compensation. Conversely, in a personal injury claim, the at-fault party is responsible for paying damages. […]
If you have been injured on the job, the last thing that you want to do is deal with legal issues and paperwork. Workplace injury lawyers help you deal with workplace injuries and problematic workers’ compensation claims. Every situation is different. Some incidents are purely accidents. Others occur due to negligence and safety violations. As […]
Stress is a common problem. The workplace is especially stressful for many people. In many cases, stress is fleeting and once a project is completed or a phase passes, the stress dissipates. But for many, workplace stress is an ongoing issue. Sometimes it’s barely tolerable and it affects a person’s physical health. What tools do […]
A workers’ comp attorney in Baltimore can help employees injured as a result of their employer’s failure to implement basic safety measures. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a government agency focused on workplace safety. They oversee American workplaces and hold employers accountable for creating and maintaining safe and healthful working conditions for […]
If you’ve complained to your co-workers about unsafe working conditions, you aren’t alone. Every day, workers are injured in the workplace. In many cases, the injuries were avoidable had working conditions been safer. If you’ve been injured at work, Maryland workers’ compensation lawyers can help you deal with the aftermath of your situation. Employers are […]
Did you suffer an injury at work? You might be eligible to file a claim for workers’ compensation. This means you’ll receive money while you heal from your injuries. A Baltimore workers comp attorney can answer your questions about your claim and help you through the process. Speaking to a workers comp attorney can feel […]
One of the first things you should do when you need to defend a workers’ compensation claim is to hire an Maryland worker’s compensation attorney to assist you. Even if your employer doesn’t fight your claim, there is a good chance the insurance company will call it into question, and their team of attorneys will […]
Like every other state, Maryland offers protection for employees who are injured on the job. If a person is injured, it is the responsibility of the employer to ensure he or she receives the appropriate medical care and financial compensation. Furthermore, the employer must allow the employee the appropriate amount of time to heal before […]
Going and Coming Rule Maryland’s “going and coming rule” applies to workers’ compensation cases in the state and is designed to prevent employees from receiving workers’ compensation benefits for injuries that incur commuting to and from work. The law assumes that an employee is willing to accept responsibility for traveling to and from the workplace. […]
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