In many personal injury cases, there is a statute of limitations that must be considered when determining when to file that case. Waiting too long can exceed this deadline and mean that a case can no longer be started, regardless of the evidence within that case or if...
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Factors to consider when filing a workers’ compensation claim in Ohio
Anyone can get injured at work regardless of the industry. If this happens to you, filing a workers' compensation claim may be your best option. The injury may affect your ability to work or result in long-term health complications. Thus, you need your daily and...
What those in auto maintenance should know about workers’ comp
Professional auto mechanics and technicians face unique risks. It’s critical that they be provided with – and use – the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) like goggles and gloves. It’s also crucial to observe all safety protocols, including ensuring that...
2 injuries common among welders
Welders are always in high demand which means this is a rewarding vocation for those who have the relevant training. The job can pay fairly well and there are numerous industries that require such workers. However, the profession doesn’t come without drawbacks,...
3 hazards that can make retail work quite dangerous
When people talk about job hazards, one of the biggest industries and most common professions often gets left out of the conversation. People talk about the risks of offshore oil professionals and forestry workers, both of which are groups with elevated job fatality...
What are the top job injury risks for restaurant workers?
Individuals discussing the most dangerous professions would almost never include the culinary arts on their list. Although restaurants exist in nearly every community and thousands of people work in the hospitality industry across the state, many people fail to...
Can you seek a second opinion during workers’ comp. treatment?
Many workers find the process of getting workers' compensation benefits to be stressful and intimidating. They worry about damaging their relationships with their employers and struggle to understand how to navigate the process. It is common for those with minor...
Can you qualify for SSD if you have a substance abuse problem?
People of all ages and from all walks of life suffer from substance abuse. For some people, it’s an addiction to alcohol. For others, it’s illegal or even prescription drugs they may have started taking after an injury or surgery. Some become dependent on an...
Preventing work-related back pain
Regardless of what job you have or what industry you work in, a significant concern for office workers to construction workers is back pain. In fact, this is one of the biggest contributors to lost work hours across the country. Back pain is also the second main...
What insurance applies after a car wreck on the job?
Workers can get hurt in all sorts of situations. Whether you work at an elementary school where you can get hit in the face with a softball or at a retail facility where a pallet full of merchandise could fall on your foot and break multiple bones, you may need...
