How Workers’ Compensation Affects Your Two Jobs
Posted February 8th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s hard to make ends meet these days. Although you love your job, it’s just not paying the bills. Your employer has promised that things will pick up once the winter is over. So you decide to stick it out and opt to get a part-time job at a local grocery store. While working your […]
Read MoreWere You Injured in a Welding Accident?
Posted February 2nd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Every profession has its share of occupational hazards. Tradesmen who use welding tools are no exception. Unfortunately, welding accidents can cause severe and permanent injuries. Learn some of the risks and protective actions you might use to avoid them. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), welding, cutting, and brazing activities represent health […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Workers’ Comp and Subrogation
Posted January 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You were injured at work. The workers’ compensation carrier paid your medical bills and reimbursed you for lost time. You don’t see the point in contacting an attorney because you’re satisfied with the benefits you’ve received. You get an unsolicited letter from a lawyer about your accident. It says he is pursuing subrogation on behalf […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Know about 2017 Workers’ Comp Accidents
Posted December 29th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s not that the law is changing for workers’ comp accidents in 2017. However, payment rates for both temporary and permanent disability are adjusted each year. You should know what to expect if you suffer a job-related accident in 2017. We’ve previously provided you with information concerning payments when you are ordered to stay out […]
Read MoreQuestions for Attorney Carbone: Can My Employer Fire Me For My Work Injury?
Posted December 26th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Question: I was recently injured while at work. The injury was severe enough that I had to have surgery and missed a few days of work. When I returned to work a couple of weeks later, I was informed that my job was no longer available to me and I had been let go. Is […]
Read MoreDo Workers’ Comp Cases Ever End in Lump Sum Settlements?
Posted December 1st, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Some injured workers may be confused about how their benefits are paid. Most understand that temporary disability checks are calculated on a weekly basis in place of wages. However, what about awards for partial or total permanent disability? How are they paid? Do workers’ comp cases ever end in lump sum settlements? We’ve written before […]
Read MoreWhen Can You Actually Reopen a Workers’ Compensation Case?
Posted November 29th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
You suffered a work-related accident and filed a formal workers’ compensation claim. The judge even awarded you some portion of permanent disability. Does this mean your case is closed forever? No. There may be good cause for you to reopen your workers’ compensation case. There are some differences between personal injury lawsuits and workers’ compensation […]
Read MoreInjured on the Job While Intoxicated? What You Should Know.
Posted November 24th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s certainly not a good idea to be intoxicated on the job. But, what happens if you are injured? Are you still entitled to workers’ compensation benefits? If this situation applies to your work accident, you may want to read on for some important information. First, you should know that your employer may raise […]
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Loved One Dies in a Work Accident?
Posted November 22nd, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
It’s never an easy thing to lose a loved one. But, what happens when the death is due to a work accident? Are there benefits available? Who is eligible? The United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) collects important data regarding workers across the country. According to their records, almost 5,000 […]
Read MoreRepetitive Motion Injuries in the Workplace: 5 Things to Know
Posted November 17th, 2016 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Workers Compensation.
Does your job require some type of repetitive motion? Has it caused you to suffer severe injuries? Maybe even surgery to correct or improve painful damages? If you are diagnosed with a medical condition related to repetitive motion at your workplace, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. It could be that your […]
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