Monthly Archives: September 2024
Common Dirty Tricks Employers Use in Workers’ Compensation Cases
After sustaining a work-related injury, an employee has the legal right to file a workers’ compensation claim and recover benefits. If you have suffered a job-related injury, you expect your employer to comply and help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Many employers fulfill their obligations under the law and help injured workers recover… Read More »
Lead Poisoning in the Workplace
Lead is a naturally occurring metal that is found throughout the world. Lead is used in many industries due to its properties, such as corrosion resistance, malleability, and low melting point. Lead is used in, among others, the construction, mining, transportation, and manufacturing industries. While lead has several attractive qualities, the truth is that… Read More »
Asbestos Exposure in the Workplace
While asbestos is no longer widely used across the United States of America, it remains a significant problem, especially in the workplace. Many people still work near asbestos or with asbestos-contaminated materials or products. Some high-risk professions include construction workers, mechanics, shipyard workers, manufacturing, and automotive repair. Asbestos puts many American workers at risk… Read More »
What Are the Consequences of Missing a Workers’ Compensation Deposition?
In a workers’ compensation claim, every step of the process is crucial. Deposition is one of the vital steps of the workers’ compensation process. Depositions provide a platform for parties to present their side of the story and for evidence to be thoroughly examined. Depositions can significantly shape the outcome of workers’ compensation cases…. Read More »