“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Unfortunately, this saying does not hold true for your firm.
Sad to say, in today’s “litigation society,” it seems that just about any business (including yours) can be sued for a...
Most states demand that businesses, regardless of size, take every reasonable action to keep their premises safe for employees and visitors. The definition of visitors is fairly loose. Basically, it is anyone not employed by the business and cover...
Workers’ Compensation covers medical and other expenses if you suffer an injury or illness from work-related activities. You may wonder, though, if you can file a claim if you’re injured during your commute, especially if you carpool with co-workers ...
Seamen who suffer an injury on the job are protected by the Jones Act. Also called the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, these laws include many components that support safe working conditions for employees in the vibrant maritime industry.
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Workers' compensation injuries fall into one of six categories, given in their order of severity:
Medical Only - Simple first aid or minor medical services required to tend to this injury type. Most workers' compensation claims fall into this ca...