Retired NFL players that suffer lingering damage due to head injuries received a setback in court in July 2019. A ruling from the Minnesota Supreme Court denied workers’ compensation benefits to Al Noga, a former defensive lineman for the Minnesota Vikings. The basis on which the Al Noga concussion lawsuit was ruled will almost certainly […]
Florida PTSD Law To Protect First Responders Gains Momentum
First responders, such as police officers or firefighters, are—by definition—first on the scene in the event of a tragedy. They have won well-earned praise from society for their heroic efforts. But one recognition they haven’t received is reasonable coverage for the fallout that comes from seeing terrible tragedies up close. Fortunately, that’s changing. Florida passed […]
5 Steps to Guide You Through the Workers’ Compensation Process
When you hear the phrase “injured on the job”, you probably think of workers on a construction site or some other job where there is a higher risk of injury. But workplace injuries happen everywhere, from a slip and fall at an office to straining your back at a loading dock. No matter where or […]
Amazon Scrutinized for Treating Injured Workers Poorly
Amazon created nearly 130,000 jobs this past year and employs 560,000 workers worldwide. This unique online company is one of the fastest growing corporations in the world and is described as the most valuable retailer. Bloomberg Billionaires Index labels Amazon’s founder, Jeff Bezos, as the world’s richest man, valued at over $150 billion dollars. Although […]
How Technological Advancements Are Changing Workers’ Compensation
Every day, something changes in the world of technology. As soon as you learn one thing and get comfortable with it, a new advancement has been developed. This can be positive in many facets, including the realm of workers’ compensation. Technology has brought major improvements to workers’ compensation in various areas such as training, communication, […]
Important Steps to Take in a Workers’ Compensation Case
When a person experiences an injury at his or her place of employment, there are several actions that should be taken in order to ensure you have properly completed the steps for a workers’ compensation case. Continue reading for these four steps: Step 1: Notify your workplace as soon as possible In most states, an […]