Can workers’ compensation cover on-the-clock crashes?
There are many ways for professionals to get hurt on the job. Some people slip and fall. Others have a violent encounter with a coworker or a customer. People who work with heavy machinery may be at risk if they make accidental contact with equipment. Others could end up injured because of a car crash. […]
When the injury is real but the claim is questioned
Getting hurt at work can turn your life upside down. When you are in pain, unable to work and trying to heal, the last thing you expect is for someone to question whether you are telling the truth. But for many injured employees, that is exactly what happens. Even with a real injury, some workers […]
Can social media posts lead to a workers’ comp denial?
Millions of people turn to platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly Twitter) to share life updates and personal milestones and vent about difficult situations. If this is your instinct, know that you are certainly not alone. However, if you’ve filed a workers’ compensation claim, it’s important to understand that what you post online […]
2 hazards retail workers face
Retail workers have to deal with a lot of challenges while they’re working. While many people think of these jobs as being rather safe, there are some very specific hazards that workers in the retail industry can face. Some of the hazards that retail workers might face on a shift depend on the type of […]
Oklahoma teens and workers’ comp: What parents should know
Teens play an important role in Oklahoma’s workforce. Whether they’re working after school and on weekends, filling seasonal or temporary jobs during the holidays and summer or have left school to help support their family, they have just as much right to a safe workplace as their adult co-workers. If they suffer a workplace injury […]
Can workers’ compensation cover on-the-clock car crash injuries?
Workers’ compensation rules protect professionals and the companies that hire them. Businesses that comply with workers’ compensation regulations indemnify themselves from liability. They don’t have to worry about employees suing them if they get hurt on the job. Workers benefit from the program by having no-fault protection for work injuries and job-related illnesses. Many workers’ […]
First responders, PTSD and workers’ comp: Oklahoma’s new law
If you’re a first responder or have a loved one who is, you know that the stress and trauma of the job can be overwhelming and even paralyzing. Increasingly, lawmakers across the country are requiring state workers’ compensation boards to cover serious mental health conditions for firefighters, police and other first responders caused by work […]
5 common workers’ comp myths
Many injured workers can apply for workers’ compensation. Workers’ comp can help injured workers afford medical expenses and recover lost wages. There are many misconceptions about workers’ comp. If you are applying for benefits, you should consider the following: Myth 1: Workers can file a claim at any time Truth: While workers have some time […]
Poorly fitting PPE can cause, worsen injuries
Female construction workers are still relatively few and far between. However, it’s not as uncommon to see a woman working on a construction site or maybe doing road or bridge construction work as it once was. While the women who choose this line of work can be every bit as skilled and experienced as men, […]
Common injuries hospital workers may face
People who work in a hospital all have job duties that work together to enable the medical team to provide care for patients. While it’s easy to assume that a hospital is a safe place to work, there are actually very serious hazards that these hard workers face daily. Understanding some of the more common […]