Every year around this time, signs start popping up in business windows and ads show up online that say some variation of “help wanted – seasonal workers needed.” Many different industries, including food service, hospitality and retail all need a temporary influx of...
Workers’ Compensation
Could it be possible to appeal a denial from the BWC?
As part of the Ohio state government, the Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) offers workers' compensation insurance to Ohio employers and employees. The BWC's responsibility is to process claims filed by injured workers or by employers on behalf of their employees....
Do you need your employer’s consent to file for workers’ comp?
When you’re hurt on the job, it’s only natural to hope that your employer will be supportive – but what if they aren’t? The vast majority of Ohio employees are covered under workers’ compensation laws. When they suffer a work-related injury, the process of obtaining...
What can lead to a denied workers’ compensation claim in Ohio?
Getting hurt on the job is never good, but a workplace injury can lead to financial hardships. For example, if you are too injured to work, it could severely impact your ability to provide for your family. Fortunately, a workers’ compensation claim can help secure...
Potential risk factors for ladder falls
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...
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...