Claims process for workers’ compensation benefits
People in Oklahoma work many different types of jobs. People may work in an office, in healthcare, construction, the restaurant industry, transportation and many other types of jobs. Each of these jobs require different physical requirements. However, one thing that they all have in common is that people need to be healthy in order to […]
What injured workers in Oklahoma need to know about workers’ comp
Injured workers in Oklahoma have important protections through the workers’ compensation process. Because the period of time following a workplace injury can be difficult, injured workers and their families should be familiar with the workers’ compensation benefits available to them. Injured workers can receive help with their medical care, treatment and medical expenses which employers […]
Move swiftly after an on-the-job injury in Oklahoma
Workplace injuries are unexpected and, oftentimes, extremely disruptive events. For the employer, there are concerns about how the injury occurred and what can be done to prevent future injuries from occurring in the same manner. But, for injured employees, the concerns are more immediate – their health and their income. When accidents occur on-the-job and […]
Answering common questions about workers’ compensation
Every worker in Oklahoma rightfully expects that they will be safe in the workplace. However, the reality is that sometimes incidents occur on-the-job that results in injuries. When this occurs, most injured workers will be able to fall back on the workers’ compensation system. But, those workers may have more questions than answers when they […]
Is a “third party” is at fault for your work injury?
An injury or illness from your job can be scary in a lot of ways. Besides your health, you may worry about becoming unemployed and unable to pay medical bills, feed yourself and your family, pay rent and meet other needs. And that is why every state has a workers’ compensation program. But worker’s comp […]
COVID-19 and workers’ comp: 5 FAQs
COVID-19 raises a host of issues regarding workers’ compensation… In this post, we will address some frequently asked questions. Does work comp generally cover viruses, such as the flu? Regular diseases and viruses, including MRSA, the common cold, and the flu are not covered under workers’ compensation and historically have not been covered. Generally speaking, regular diseases […]
How long can I receive workers’ compensation benefits?
After suffering an injury at work, you rely on workers’ compensation to pay your medical bills. But if the doctor says you can’t go back to work until you heal, you may worry about how you will pay all your other bills. Luckily, workers’ comp will also supplement your income while you recover. But how […]
Injured Oklahoma worker compensated after failing drug test
Oklahoma has one of the most progressive medical marijuana programs in the country, making it available to anyone who can obtain a physician’s recommendation for the drug for any reason. It’s probably no surprise that Oklahoma has already seen the issue of post-accident drug testing for worker’s compensation entitlement go to the courts. The Oklahoma […]
What I can do if my workers’ compensation claim is denied?
Oklahoma’s workers’ compensation program can help employees pay for medical expenses, lost wages and other costs associated with injuries that occurred at work. However, not all workers’ compensation claims are successful. If you were injured at work, you may have assumed that you would be approved to receive worker’s compensation benefits. Having your claim denied […]
Young Oklahoma workers have rights to safety on the job
With schools out for the summer throughout Oklahoma, high school students have found -– or are looking for –- jobs to keep them occupied and make some money. For many teenagers, this will be their first job. They might be unaware of the safety precautions that should be in place at their workplace. Young workers […]