Should I Settle My Workers' Compensation Case?

Posted by Allison Sullivan on May 30, 2017 2:14:20 PM

Filing for Workers' Compensation after an on-the-job injury or workplace-related illness can involve a lot of complexity.

While "fill out the Accident Report and turn it in to your supervisor" seems like a simple enough starting point, in the end you, your employer, and the insurance company that provides insurance coverage for the employer will all be involved in trying to bring your WC claim to a satisfactory conclusion.

Unfortunately, what sort of outcome is considered "satisfactory" to your employer and the insurance company they work with may be very different from what is satisfactory for you.  

Any time you receive the suggestion to settle, you need to ask yourself the following question:

"Is it more beneficial for me to settle my Workers' Compensation case, or will it benefit me more to have the matter decided by the Workers' Compensation Commission?"

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Topics: Worker's Compensation

What is a VA Disability Compensation Notice of Disagreement?

Posted by Bennett Gore on May 19, 2017 8:42:00 AM

In our initial series on VA Disability Claims, we touched on filing appeals in the case of a decision that you feel was incorrect. Today, we'd like to go a little more in-depth into what happens when you file a VA Notice of Disagreement.

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Topics: Veterans Affairs

Spot the Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

Posted by Allison Sullivan on May 11, 2017 9:05:51 AM

By the year 2050, it is estimated that 20 percent of all Americans will be at least 65 years of age, with the most growth occurring among Americans aged 85 and older. According to the 2010 census, about 5.8 million Americans were over the age of 85, and this number is expected to reach 19 million people by 2050. With the growing number of elderly patients and staff shortages in the medical field, there is an increasing cause of concern related to the quality of care for elderly patients and residents.

Nursing home abuse is what can, unfortunately, happen to any residents under the care of a licensed care facility. There are different types of abuse. The most common types of abuse are physical, sexual, emotional, or financial. This abuse often happens in plain sight, and can often be overlooked. It can be caused by a staff member at the facility, or even other residents living there.

Nursing home abuse is a severe issue at facilities across the country, with neglect being considered one of the most common forms of abuse. 

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Topics: Personal Injury

Occupational Exposure to Harmful Chemicals: Are You at Risk?

Posted by Allison Sullivan on May 3, 2017 1:55:20 PM

The simple truth is that most of us spend half or even most of our waking hours in the workplace. No matter what your occupation, potential exposure to harmful chemicals could leave you sickened, unable to work, and fighting to gain access to the Workers' Compensation you are due.

Today, we'll take a look through occupational exposure to harmful chemicals and what steps to take to protect yourself in the event of illness or injury.

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Topics: Worker's Compensation