The coronavirus pandemic is an unprecedented situation. Workers’ compensation laws are going to be put to the test by this novel illness. When considering whether or not the coronavirus is compensable under current workers’ compensation laws, questions arise regarding “occupational…
Many employers are moving towards a remote workforce to help their bottom line. Studies show that telecommuting may increase efficiency and productivity while saving overhead costs. Typically, remote work benefits both the employer and employee. But what happens when one…
The cost of workers’ compensation is a hard pill to swallow in some industries. With every new claim, workers’ compensation costs increase exponentially based on experience rates which focus on prior injuries and the costs of handling those claims. Combine this reality…
The holidays mean gift-giving, and technology has nudged our shopping habits away from malls and brick-and-mortar stores to ordering online. This means during the holiday season (November to January), millions of packages are shipped, and delivery truck drivers are working…
Workers’ compensation is insurance that employers are required by law to have for their employees. It covers only two things: medical expenses and lost wages as a result of an injury sustained while on the job. Although most injuries occur…
Workers compensation is a statutorily created method for payment of medical care and lost wages for injured employees within the course and scope of their employment. This is provided in lieu of pursuit of any personal injury action against an…
Commercial trucks log thousands of miles each month, delivering goods from manufacturers to suppliers and store fronts. 18-wheelers, tractor trailers and other large trucks are involved in numerous accidents, often resulting in severe injuries. According to Time, being a truck driver…
Mass shootings result in millions of dollars in workers’ compensation-related costs each year. These expenses can be expected after attacks that cause injuries requiring hospitalization and physical therapy, the need for psychological help and litigation costs. Despite headlines about mass…
August signifies the beginning of the school year in Florida and both teachers and students are headed back to class. The teaching profession is one of the most honorable careers as they are in charge of educating, molding and shaping…
Establishing a safe and healthy work environment is especially important when the risk of extreme heat increases during the summer months. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, more than 1,300 deaths per year in the United States are due to…
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