Sometimes injuries at work happen in an instant. It might be that a tool you’re using breaks down and hurts you or you fall from an unsafe structure. In those instances, you’ll know that the pain you’re experiencing is directly related to your job. On other occasions, it might not be apparent to...
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Workers’ Compensation
Will a worker get benefits if they caused their work injury?
Workers in Texas get hurt on the job for all kinds of reasons, many of which are outside of their control. They might fall or get into a car crash while on the clock. They can get cut by tools or burned by equipment. Heavy machinery, other employees and environmental factors can all be the...
2 catastrophic injuries you can sustain at a construction site
Every workplace has its share of hazards. However, construction sites can be particularly hazardous. From heavy machinery to flying and sharp objects or working from elevated heights, there is never a shortage of hazards at a construction site. If you sustain an injury while at work, you may be...
What happens in an extent-of-injury case in Texas?
Workers that get hurt on the job can typically count on their employers either for direct compensation or workers' compensation insurance coverage. Unfortunately, not every business in Texas will eagerly support a worker with a significant injury. Instead, they may fight to deny that worker...
2 reasons your workers’ comp claim might be denied
If an employee is hurt at work, they may be entitled to financial restitution through the workers’ compensation program. This way, the injured employee can receive the finances they need to take care of the resulting medical bills, lost income and other damages. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon...
3 tactics employers use to avoid compensating injured workers
Workers' compensation insurance protects employees injured in the line of duty. This insurance offers several advantages to employees and those who depend on them. Nonetheless, obtaining these benefits is not as easy as it sounds. Some employers make it hard for workers to get what they deserve....
Retail workers should be careful this holiday season
The holiday season is always busy for retail workers. These individuals have to try to keep up with customer demands, but doing that can’t come at the expense of safety. All retail workers should remember that being safe is their top priority. Their employers should ensure that they have a safe...
What happens if instead of workers’ comp you go to arbitration?
Workers commonly assume that they won't have to worry about their finances very much if they get hurt on the job. After all, workers' compensation protection is almost universal. However, the way that businesses comply with workers' compensation coverage requirements differs in certain places. In...
Motor vehicle accidents could lead to blindness
During a car accident, a lot is going on. Metal is crushing, glass is breaking, and people and things are moving. There is a high potential for any number of injuries or even death during a vehicle accident. One surprising fact may be that car accidents are a leading cause of eye injuries. Getting...
What protects surviving family after a deadly work incident?
Most workers' compensation claims originate from the person affected by a job safety issue. Those who develop a work-related medical issue due to chemical exposure or who get hurt in a machinery malfunction can claim workers' compensation benefits to replace some of their lost wages and cover the...