The highways in Ohio are seemingly always under construction. For workers in the field, there are real risks that are created by being on these highways while working with heavy machinery, chemicals and power tools. The high speeds in Ohio, combined with busy routes,...
Workers’ Compensation
Can your employer deny benefits by blaming you for an injury?
Workers' compensation is an important form of protection for those who work for a living. Any job you work puts you at risk of an injury or possibly an occupational illness caused by chemical exposure or overuse of a specific body part. You can rely on your employer's...
What are the most dangerous jobs in Ohio?
There is no job that is completely safe and without personal risk. Office workers could electrocute themselves plugging in a copy machine, and retail workers could suffer an assault when a customer can't complete a return the way they hoped. However, there are...
3 mistakes you don’t want to make after a workplace injury
If you are injured at work, it’s important to take the right steps to protect your rights and ability to receive benefits. Unfortunately, due to the stress of the situation, you may make mistakes that cost you in the long run. The best way to avoid mistakes after a...
Why quick medical treatment is crucial to a workers’ comp claim
After suffering a workplace accident that prevents you from working, you may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits. They cover medical expenses and a portion of your missed wages for the period you are out of work. However, questions may arise about the nature...
What will maximum medical improvement mean for your claim?
You probably realize that workers' compensation helps protect you when you get hurt at work. You can receive medical benefits for your healthcare costs and possibly disability benefits if you require time off for treatment or to rest the affected body parts. Although...
2 things that can get your workers’ compensation denied
Just because you have been injured at work does not mean that your workers’ compensation benefits are on the way. You have to go through the claims process. Sometimes, your claim may be dismissed, leaving you to deal with the consequences of your workplace injury....
Employee injury hazards plague the Ohio metal industry
The steel (metal) industry in Ohio provides a steady, reliable income to many of the state’s workers. However, it also puts employees at risk of suffering from workplace injuries. The work is hot and dangerous, and it usually involves hazardous equipment and...
Appealing a denied workers’ compensation claim in Ohio
Thousands of legitimate workers’ compensation claims are denied by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ (BWC) compensation every year. The reasons for denial range from missed deadlines to mistakes in the paperwork or providing insufficient information when submitting your...
Dust in the workplace: Watch out for the risks
No matter what kind of job you do, if there is a risk of being around dust, then that dust could lead to injuries. Dust is a recognized occupational hazard. It can cause serious health issues such as respiratory diseases and skin conditions. In the short term, dust...