Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be stressful, especially when you’re unsure how it affects other aspects of your life—like your health insurance. At Mehta & McConnell, we’ve seen how confusing this process can be for injured workers. That’s...
Continue ReadingBack injuries suffered while at work can be devastating. They may cause you to be out of work for a considerable amount of time, require surgery, and prevent you from returning to your prior profession at all. Understandably, many...
Continue ReadingWhen you suffer an injury on the job, your mind can race with countless pressing questions, including “what happens if I get fired while on workers’ comp.” One of the biggest concerns is whether you can be fired after...
Continue ReadingOver the last decade, ridesharing has exploded in popularity. One of the first companies in the game was Uber, which remains wildly popular among rideshare customers. Although during Covid-19, many Uber drivers found themselves out of work, the demand...
Continue ReadingAfter suffering an injury on the job, it is normal to be fearful of reaggravating your injury or re-injuring yourself because you return too soon. If you are wondering, “What if I can’t return to work after an injury?”...
Continue ReadingThe average cost of workers’ compensation insurance for a knee injury is $34,932. This includes $18,293 in medical expenses and $16,639 in other forms of compensation, according to the National Safety Council. “Other forms of compensation” include lost wages,...
Continue ReadingAfter a work injury, you may wonder how you’ll make ends meet, especially if you can’t return to your job. This often raises the question, Does workers’ comp count as income for unemployment benefits? The general rule is that...
Continue ReadingGetting injured at work can turn your life upside down. Suddenly, you’re dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and the stress of recovery—all while wondering if your workers’ comp will cover your needs. Understandably, you might be wondering, How...
Continue ReadingGenerally, workers’ compensation is a fairly straightforward system. However, workers’ comp for truckers is a little more complicated, primarily if they work across state lines and when claims potentially involve several parties. Because of this, workers’ comp for trucking...
Continue ReadingInjuries at the workplace can happen all too often due to a multitude of hazards. Employees needing to file for workers’ compensation for their injuries include retail workers, construction workers, and others. At Mehta & McConnell, PLLC, our lawyers...
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