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Four Questions to Ask Yourself Before Applying for a Disability Claim

If you are struggling with a medical condition that is negatively impacting your ability to perform your job, there are many different disability benefit programs out there that you may be able to take advantage of (some of which you may have never heard of). This article will serve as a general guide so that you can determine for yourself what type of claim would be best for you to pursue. Here are four questions to ask yourself before deciding what type of disability benefits claim to pursue.

How to Check the Status of a Workers’ Comp Claim

If you have been injured at work and have filed for workers' comp benefits, you may be wondering how to check the status of your claim.

Can an employer fire you if you file for workers compensation?

Can an employer fire you if you file for workers compensation?

What Information Should I Gather First Before Filing My Work Injury Claim?

You may not know the pieces of information you'll need to gather before you can file your workers compensation claim. Here are some of the most important things to remember when filing your claim.

Why Am I Getting So Many Calls After My Work Injury?

If you are receiving phone calls after your work injury, it is likely from these sources.

Can an Employer Refuse to Pay Workers Comp?

Can your employer decide not to pay you workers comp because they're low on money? This may seem like an unusual question. However, it's one that many people ask when they are injured at work.

Navigating Tennessee’s Workers’ Compensation System

For those who have been injured on the job, navigating the workers’ compensation system can be confusing and even hostile. But you can improve your chances of a good outcome by hiring an attorney and having a better understanding of how the system works.

7 Common Work Injuries in Poultry Processing Plants

The most common injuries in poultry processing plants will be covered in this article, along with steps employees can take to prevent them.

What You Need to Know About Reopening a Workers Compensation Case

If you've received your workers' compensation settlement but feel it's not enough to cover your expenses, you may be wondering if it's possible to reopen your claim.

4 Signs It's Time to Settle Your Workers Comp Case

Workers' compensation cases are often complex and challenging to settle. However, there may come a time when you realize that it's in your best interest to reach a settlement agreement with the insurance company. If you're wondering whether or not now is the time to settle, here are signs that may indicate it's the right decision.

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