Leaving a job does not always mean leaving your workers’ compensation rights behind. You may quit because you found another position, were laid off, or were terminated. You may also…
A job transfer can change more than your title or department. It may also change the physical demands of your work, the repetitive activities you perform, and the period that…
Filing a DWC-1 workers’ compensation claim form creates an important record after a workplace injury. You complete the employee section, give it to your employer, and expect to receive a…
Your employer may not always agree with your account of how a workplace injury happened. They may question whether the accident occurred on the job, whether your work contributed to…
You reported your workplace injury, completed the workers’ compensation claim form, and expected the insurance company to start processing your benefits. Instead, you receive a letter saying your claim is…
Reporting a workplace injury should begin the workers’ compensation process. However, some employers refuse to provide a claim form, fail to notify their insurance company, or insist that the injury…
A workplace injury can affect your health, income, and ability to do your regular job. It can also leave you worried about whether your employer will replace you or fire…
Returning to work after an injury can be an important part of your recovery. However, problems can arise when your doctor places limits on what you can do and your…
Your doctor may release you to return to work with restrictions, including limits on lifting, standing, driving, bending, repetitive movement, or the number of hours you can work. You give…