What is the Average Workers’ Compensation Settlement? Submitted by rsg on Fri, 06/05/2020 - 15:09 Not only can a workplace injury cause physical or emotional pain, but it can leave you with large medical bills. You may be unable to work for weeks, or even months, after your injury. This can add to your new financial strain, making it difficult to pay your bills. Fortunately, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation. When filing a claim, you may be wondering what the average workers’ compensation claim settlement. Workers’ compensation settlements vary on a case by case basis. Some settlements may be $2,000 while others may be upwards of $40,000. Read more about What is the Average Workers’ Compensation Settlement?rsg's Blog
How Does Workers’ Compensation Work? Submitted by rsg on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 16:54 Workers’ Compensation Insurance covers employees who have been injured while working or have developed a work-related illness. It is mandated by most states and the federal government. Those receiving workers’ compensation should use the benefit to help pay for medical expenses acquired from their workplace injury or illness. Workers’ compensation also helps cover missed wages due to your inability to work from your injury or illness. Read more about How Does Workers’ Compensation Work?rsg's Blog
Were You Denied Workers' Compensation? Submitted by rsg on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 12:43 If you were injured at work, it’s likely that you decided to file a claim for workers’ compensation. This compensation can then be used to help pay for the new medical costs you may be facing after the workplace accident. Filing a claim does not mean you are guaranteed compensation. Your claim will need to be approved before you can begin receiving compensation for your workplace injury. There are a variety of reasons workers’ compensation can be denied. Depending on the reason, you may still be able to file an appeal. Read more about Were You Denied Workers' Compensation?rsg's Blog
Common Workers’ Compensation Questions Submitted by rsg on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 12:30 Workers’ compensation is an insurance program that helps protect employees that are injured while working. Each state has its own rules and regulations about workers’ compensation. Typically, an employee that was injured while working or have developed a work-related illness is eligible for benefits. Read more about Common Workers’ Compensation Questionsrsg's Blog
How to Apply For Workers’ Compensation Submitted by rsg on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 12:21 Most employers are required by state and federal law to have workers’ compensation insurance. This type of insurance is used to provide compensation for employees who may have been hurt while working or have developed a work-related illness. This compensation is used to help assist with medical bills and making up for missed wages. If you were injured while working, you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation. Here’s how to apply for workers’ compensation: Read more about How to Apply For Workers’ Compensationrsg's Blog
A Guide To Walmart and Workers’ Compensation* Submitted by rsg on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 12:05 Like any other store, working at Walmart may have its hazards. If you are injured while working at Walmart, you may find yourself out of work and with new medical bills or financial challenges. Fortunately, workers’ compensation may help you recover financial compensation. To help understand workers’ compensation for an injury at Walmart, we’ve put together the following guide. Read more about A Guide To Walmart and Workers’ Compensation*rsg's Blog