Steps to Take After an On-the-Job Injury

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If you suffer an injury on the job, there are a number of steps you should take in order to ensure that you can properly file a Workers’ Compensation claim and protect your rights. Seek Medical Attention – If your injury requires emergency medical care, go to the nearest ER facility. Once you have been …

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What Qualifies You for Workers’ Compensation?

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Most people who are injured on the job are eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits – but that is not always the case. In order to qualify for Workers’ Comp there are four basic requirements. 1) You Must be an Employee – Some of the people who work at certain companies are not actually employees of …

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Exactly What is Workers’ Compensation?

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Just about everyone has heard of Workers’ Compensation – but do you know exactly what it is and what it means? The basic definition is that Workers’ Compensation is a type of insurance that provides medical and wage benefits to people (“workers”) who suffer an injury or illness in the workplace. These benefits can include …

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Differences Between the Jones Act and Workers’ Comp

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If you are injured on the job and believe that the Jones Act or Workers’ Compensation may affect your claim, it’s important that you hire an attorney who is knowledgeable about both of these statutes. If you are unsure whether the Jones Act or Workers’ Comp apply to your case, consider the following. One of …

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How to Cultivate a Happy Work Environment

Anyone who has worked at a business that has a bad work environment knows that it is a miserable experience. But did you know that studies have shown that happy workers are actually more productive – and that a good work environment can also improve health and safety? If you are a business owner or …

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How to File an OSHA Complaint

How to File an OSHA Complaint

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) gives any employee who works in the U.S. the right to file a complaint if they believe that there are unsafe conditions or serious hazards at their workplace. This is important, as it can help to prevent workplace accidents by initiating an OSHA inspection – which can result …

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What to do After You’re Injured at Work

It’s an unfortunate fact that people are injured on the job every day across America. You may not like to think about this, but it is important that you know what steps to take if you are injured at work to ensure that your rights are protected when it comes to receiving workers’ compensation or …

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Staying Safe on the Job Reduces the Need for Workers’ Compensation

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Workers’ Compensation laws ensure that people who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses are properly compensated for their pain, suffering, lost wages and other financial hardships. At Morrow, Gates and Morrow, our attorneys have a great deal of experience in helping clients to receive the Workers’ Compensation benefits they deserve. However, we also believe that everyone …

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