As the Industrial Revolution advanced across America and into Ohio and surrounding states, workplace injuries became common. Throughout the 19th century and the early decades of the 20th century, if injured employees tried to obtain compensation for their injuries,...
Workers’ Compensation
Prescribed medical marijuana? You may no longer be eligible for workers’ comp.
While Ohio's recently enacted medical marijuana law has been heralded as a significant victory for needy patients suffering from severe medical conditions, it may not be all good news - particularly for injured workers who are in need of workers' compensation...
Father fights for disabled son’s compensation after severe injury
When you're injured at work, you shouldn't have to worry about the funds meant to care for your needs being cut off for no reason. If you find yourself fighting just to survive on the money you receive for disability benefits even though you're meant to get paid from...
Ohio Supreme Court upholds workers’ rights in employer retaliation case
In Ohio, it is illegal for an employer to fire, demote or retaliate against an employee simply because he or she files or pursues a workers' compensation claim. While this anti-retaliation law is one of the bedrocks of Ohio's workers compensation system, its...
Appeal a denied workers’ compensation claim
If your workers' compensation claim has been denied, it can make you frustrated and leave you feeling like you have no way to access the money you need. Workplace injuries are usually covered by your employer's workers' compensation insurance, and when you're hurt at...
How does the claims process work after a workplace injury?
When you're hurt in Ohio while you're working your job, you have the right to make a claim for workers' compensation as long as you're not self-employed. To make this claim, you have to file a First Report of Injury and mail it into the Bureau of Workers'...
You can appeal a denied workers’ compensation claim
If you have a workers' compensation claim denied, it's important that you speak with your attorney about the next steps to take to make sure you get the compensation you deserve. It's possible to have a denial reversed, and if you've suffered an injury that makes it...
You deserve the workers’ compensation you need for recovery
When you get hurt at work, you have many rights that you need to know about. First, you have the right to get treatment for your injury. No one should be able to stop you from seeking medical care. If you get that care, then you typically are able to submit a claim...
You can make a claim for workers’ compensation while traveling
Injuries can take place anywhere, even as you travel to get to a new work site. What can you do if you've been injured while driving for work? Many times, your injuries will be considered workplace injuries, even if you're not on site, allowing your attorney and...
How to find the physician you can use after a workplace injury
If you're hurt while working in Ohio, you're able to make a claim for compensation through the Bureau of Workers' Compensation. Even though you may have been approved for this compensation, there may still be questions you have about where you can go to see a doctor...