We’ve gotten a significant number of questions from workers whose jobs were affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Since every U.S. state has its own workers’ compensation laws, some questions don't have a universal answer. But wherever federal laws or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines apply, we’ll list those answers below. Can my employer force me ...
We recently got a workers’ compensation question from a reader named Kelsie. In her email, Kelsie explained that after returning to her job with some restrictions, her work injury actually got worse. Now, she’s thinking about quitting that job to accommodate her health needs and speed up her work injury’s healing process. Would Kelsie get in any trouble for ...
Many people aren't sure whether or not they may qualify for workers' compensation benefits if they're hurt or sick on the job. Below, we'll address some of the most frequently asked questions with answers that should apply to everyone, regardless of individual state laws. Top 5 Workers' Compensation FAQs, Answered 1. What factors might help me qualify ...
State law determines how most people who get injured or sick at work apply and qualify for workers comp benefits. But the federal workers compensation program, however, is quite different. The Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) governs how benefits work at the federal level. Learn all about the federal workers compensation program below — including ...
Taking time off to recover from your workplace injury or illness is one thing. But if your company fires you after filing a workers' compensation claim, you may have a valid wrongful termination case. Most state workers’ compensation laws include wrongful termination penalties for companies that retaliate against injured workers. In fact, employers caught doing ...
When you’re hurt on the job, it can take months or years to recover. However, a full recovery isn't always possible. Many people live with lasting damage from job-related injuries. If you get workers’ compensation benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will keep tabs on your recovery. Once you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI), your ...
If you’re injured or get sick on the job, a workers’ comp lawyer can get the maximum benefits you deserve. You shouldn’t have to worry about fighting your employer or the insurance company while you're busy healing. Unfortunately, many injured workers believe they cannot afford an attorney. For anyone worried about paying high legal fees, ...
Ever wondered how employee-friendly your state happens to be? You probably never gave it much thought — until you or someone you love got hurt or sick at work. Each state has its own rules and guidelines for workers compensation benefits, and they very widely. Just as every claimant is unique, so too is each state's ...
Taxable income describes nearly every wage and payment type you’ve ever earned. So, you probably assume your workers’ comp payments are taxable income, too. The recent tax reform legislation created many new questions about what does and does not count as taxable income. Even professional tax preparers wading through the newest rules are scratching their ...
You may think about getting a workers comp attorney if you’re injured at work. When you mention this idea to a friend or loved one, however, they may say it's not worth it. This is actually true in some cases. For example, you probably won't need a lawyer if either of the following is true: Your ...
After you’re hurt or ill in the workplace, the last thing you want to do is a math problem to calculate your workers’ comp. That's because the numbers you need to calculate your weekly payment amount are harder to find than you might expect. First, it’s not always based on your current salary. Second, it ...
