Workers Compensation
OSHA, Workers’ Compensation, and Public Records
A little-known fact about the inspections and investigations of workplaces throughout the country is that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) keeps a public record of its findings. An OSHA investigation is typically triggered when an employer is suspected of being in violation of safety standards. Another reason an investigation may be triggered is…
Read MoreAre Car Accidents Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Maryland?
You’ve been in this situation before. As you are traveling to work, some irresponsible driver rear-ends you and now you know you will be late to work. While you are grateful that you did not suffer any serious injuries (that you know of), the additional stress associated with a car accident has you on edge…
Read MoreTransportation Accidents and Workers Compensation Claims
When people think of workers’ compensation, they often think of injuries like slips and falls or stress injuries. This is because we often view work injuries as singular events that occur on a work site, like a construction site or warehouse. Yet, there is one type of workplace accident that happens in every type of…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Expensive Workplace Accidents?
When people think of workplace accidents, they often think of life-threatening scenarios. But most worksite incidents are not fatal, though they can lead to long-term pain, require extensive medical treatments, or disable a worker for any amount of time. Some workers can collect workers’ compensation, and others may be forced to use sick days or…
Read MoreWorkplace Burnout Can Make Jobs – and Roads – Less Safe
Recently, Nike participated in a growing trend amongst companies. The organization granted its employees in the corporate office a week off to “destress.” Matt Marrazzo, the company’s Senior Manager of Global Marketing Science, published the announcement on LinkedIn. His message expressed both gratitude and encouragement for being a part of the team and recognizing the…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Workplace Accidents?
Regardless of whether you work in an office setting or a construction site, you are capable of suffering from a workplace accident. They can cause a significant amount of pain and stress for the employee, and can increase the work other employees must do, which in turn increases the risk of a worksite injury. Some…
Read MoreWhat Types of Injuries Should I Report to OSHA?
When the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created as a result of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, there was one goal in mind: to set and enforce standards for safe and healthy working conditions in all workplaces, for all workers. Since its creation, OSHA has imposed mandatory standards for employers to help…
Read MoreFactors That Can Discredit an Employee’s Workers’ Compensation Claim
Employers and workers’ compensation insurance agencies will jump through hoops to avoid paying injured workers what they are owed. While this is an unfortunate fact, it is better for employees to keep this at the forefront of their minds throughout the entire process of filing their workers’ compensation claims. Understanding where employers and insurance companies…
Read MoreCan I See My Own Doctor if I Get Hurt at Work?
Whether you work in an office environment, a restaurant, or a construction area, all workplaces have one thing in common: the possibility of being injured on the job. Even in so-called safe workplaces like the office, a desk worker can develop a back injury by sitting in the same position for extended periods of time.…
Read MoreDebunking the Most Common Myths About Workers’ Compensation in Maryland
Suffering an injury on the job in Maryland can change your life in an instant. You might never be able to work again, limiting your ability to provide for your family. That is why the State of Maryland offers workers’ compensation, a no-fault system designed to help injured workers. There’s a lot that can go…
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