Understanding your rights after experiencing a workplace injury is essential, especially when it comes to seeking medical attention. Timely and appropriate care is crucial for your recovery, and knowing which doctor you can see plays a pivotal role in this process. Do I Have the Right to Choose My Own Doctor When you’ve been injured…
Workers’ compensation retaliation is an unlawful practice where employers punish employees who have exercised their right to file a workers’ compensation claim following a workplace injury. This punishment can come in many forms, from unfair dismissal and demotion to less apparent practices such as workplace ostracism or negative alterations in job duties. If you are…
Workplace injuries can happen when we least expect them, leading to serious injuries that can profoundly disrupt a person’s life. Fortunately, workers’ compensation benefits are available to help pay for the losses that you suffered as a result of the accident. However, if you receive Social Security benefits at the same time, there are additional…
