Many workers are injured when they fall from ladders. These events can be very sudden and unpredictable, and they can lead to severe injuries and disabilities. Someone who strikes their head could suffer a traumatic brain injury, and many falls are even fatal. In...
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2 common workers’ compensation misconceptions
If you are hurt at work, you may have the option to make a workers' compensation claim. A workers' compensation claim may qualify you for wage and medical benefits. You could have a better opportunity to recover from your injuries and find employment once more. Many...
Can you claim for injuries suffered on a lunch break?
The purpose of a lunch break at work is to give you some downtime in the day to eat and rest before you move on to finishing the next part of your shift. The last thing you expect to happen is to find yourself in an accident during this time. Unfortunately, it does...
Does clumsiness or a mistake justify a workers’ comp denial?
Work injuries can happen in any office, retail shop or manufacturing facility in Ohio. People get injured while doing their jobs every single day, and most of them (thankfully) know that they can file a claim for workers' compensation benefits to help cover the costs...
Many have a role to play in Ohio workers’ compensation claims
Ohio is one of only four states with monopolistic workers' compensation laws. Essentially, this means employers must obtain coverage through a state-operated program instead of a private insurance company. Contrary to common belief, it does not mean they can choose...
Ohio lawmakers eyeing changes to workers’ comp for NFL players
Most people don’t realize that professional athletes can get workers’ compensation benefits. After all, injuries are a part of just about every player’s career – no matter what sport they play. Some injuries affect players’ lives forever. We’ve seen that with...
Are all Columbus workers entitled to workers’ comp after a work injury?
Whether you are an employee or an independent contractor, you can get hurt on the job. But while Ohio's workers' compensation law is clear that a direct-hire employee with a work-related injury or illness is entitled to benefits, things get more complicated when it...
Does a broken bone necessitate workers’ compensation benefits?
A broad range of workplace circumstances might lead to someone's injury on the job in Ohio. A co-worker might make a mistake while operating heavy machinery. There could be an oil spill in a kitchen that leads to a flare-up and serious burn injuries for cooks working...
Why you should report a work injury ASAP
Anyone can get injured at work, from blue to white-collar workers. If you suffer a work-related injury, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation will handle your claim and ensure you are compensated as you...
Ohio teens and workers’ comp – what parents should know
Did you just recently find out that your teen was injured at work? They might not have told you because they didn’t want you to “overreact” – until the injury got so bad they knew had to see a doctor. They didn’t tell their boss because they were afraid they might...