Legal Articles, Workers' Compensation
Signs Your Employer Isn't Providing a Safe Workplace
As an employee, you deserve to work in an environment that is comfortable and makes you feel safe and secure. However, not every employer takes all precautions to make that happen. What should you be looking for at your workplace in terms of safety, and what are the responsibilities of your employer?
What to Do If Your Workers Comp Claim Is Denied
There are many reasons a workers compensation claim may be denied. Here are practical steps you can take to protect your right to compensation.
Termination of Employment While on Workers Compensation
Although businesses in Missouri that employ more than five workers are required to carry workers’ compensation coverage, many employees hesitate to make a claim for fear their employment will be terminated.
What Is an Independent Medical Examination?
If the insurance company is requesting that you have an independent medical examination, as unfair and inconveniencing as it might seem, you do have to submit to it, or you will likely be denied eligibility.
How to start a workers comp claim in Pennsylvania
The article advises on what to do to start a workers comp claim with you are injured on the job in Pennsylvania.
5 Questions to Ask If Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Gets Denied
If you have had your Missouri workers’ compensation claim denied, there are some instances when that denial can be overturned.
David Gantt voted Best Lawyers in America “Lawyer of the Year” for Workers’ Compensation in Asheville
David Gantt voted Best Lawyers in America “Lawyer of the Year” for Workers’ Compensation in Asheville
Workers Compensation for Emotional Distress
In most cases, a worker would not be able to collect any benefits for damages not resulting in an economic loss. There are, however, a few exceptions.