Workers' Compensation Law Blog

9Jan

How Soon Should I Contact a Lawyer After a Workplace Injury?

“I’ve filed a claim and gotten medical care…”

“…How soon should I contact a lawyer after a workplace injury?”

As an injured worker, you want to do whatever it takes to make sure your workers compensation claim goes as smoothly as possible. And over and over again, you’ve heard that the best thing you can do to ensure the best outcome is to hire a workers comp lawyer.

But when is the best time to start talking to attorneys? What if you don’t end up needing one?

This guide will give you a better understanding of when (and why) to hire a workers compensation lawyer. Read more

Sticky: Brian Tadros

January 9, 2024

11Dec

Is Workers Compensation Taxable?

Your workers comp benefits are designed to replace your income…

…but is workers comp taxable?

You already know that you have to pay taxes on most forms of income: salary, inheritance, lottery winnings, and even game show prizes. But where do your workers’ comp payments come in?

Workers’ compensation payments are designed to replace any wages you might have lost as a result of a workplace accident or illness, but these benefits are a significant reduction from your previous paycheck. Will you have to give Uncle Sam his cut and lose even more money?

In short, you want to know: “Is workers compensation taxable income?” The short answer is “no,” workers compensation benefits are not taxable. But we need to explain it to you in depth because there are some exceptions. Read more

Brian Tadros

December 11, 2024

24Jun

When Will Workers Comp Offer a Settlement?

You have questions about workers compensation…we have answers.

Wondering “When will workers comp offer a settlement?” or “Should I even accept this offer?” Here’s everything you should know.

Whether you work in a warehouse or an office, we all run the risk of suffering a work injury or illness. Fortunately, if you suffer an injury at work, workers comp covers things like medical expenses and lost wages.

Sometimes, this means that your lost wages are reimbursed and your medical bills are covered by your employer’s insurance company. Other times, it comes in the form of a single lump sum settlement.

But you’ve got bills to pay. When will workers comp offer a settlement?

If you’re anticipating a settlement offer, there’s a lot more to consider than the timeline.
Read more

Brian Tadros

June 24, 2024

19Apr

What Happens If I Get Fired While On Workers Comp?

It’s difficult to focus on recovery when your job is in jeopardy.

In this article, we answer the question, “What happens if I get fired while on workers comp?”

Many injured employees find themselves unable to complete their regular job duties. As a result, they are either put to work in a different capacity or forced to stay home until they have recovered.

But if this has happened to you, you know that sitting at home watching daytime television is not always the paradise it’s cracked up to be. Mounting bills, difficulty getting around, and a heavy dose of stress may even have you itching to get back to work again.

In fact, you may be very busy asking yourself, “Am I going to be fired for this?”

When Should I Report My Workplace Injury?

Waiting to file a workers’ comp claim can be hazardous.

Here’s when to file a workplace injury.

There’s never a “convenient” time to suffer an injury at work, but it seems like there are always a hundred reasons not to make a big deal of it.

Perhaps you’re in line for a big promotion. Or maybe you have a vacation or holiday scheduled and you don’t want to rock the boat. Many injured workers are left pondering the question, “When should I report my workplace injury?”

The workers’ compensation program has been a lifesaver for millions of Americans, yet every day, people harm their chances of a successful settlement because they waited too long to report their injuries. Read more

Brian Tadros

December 13, 2023

17Nov

What If My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers Comp?

As an employee, workers compensation provides a lot of value.

So what if your employer doesn’t have it?

If you’re injured on the job, it’s comforting to know that workers comp can help take care of medical bills and wage reimbursement. But what if your employer fails to carry it?

Understanding your rights as an injured worker is the first step toward getting the care you deserve.

Whether or not your employer is legally obligated to provide workers compensation insurance coverage, you do have rights. Let’s take a deeper dive into uninsured employers to give you a better idea of how we approach your case. Read more

Brian Tadros

November 17, 2023

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How Soon Should I Contact a Lawyer After a Workplace Injury?

“I’ve filed a claim and gotten medical care…”

Is Workers Compensation Taxable?

Your workers comp benefits are designed to replace your income…

When Will Workers Comp Offer a Settlement?

You have questions about workers compensation…we have answers.

What Happens If I Get Fired While On Workers Comp?

It’s difficult to focus on recovery when your job is in jeopardy.

When Should I Report My Workplace Injury?

Waiting to file a workers’ comp claim can be hazardous.

What If My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers Comp?

As an employee, workers compensation provides a lot of value.

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