Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
Questions to Ask Before Settling a Maryland Workers’ Comp Claim
When you were injured at work and sought benefits under workers’ compensation, you might not realize that you have options regarding how your claim is resolved. Some information from the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission provides insight. Of the 21,840 workers’ comp claims that are filed every year, 5,210 settle before going to a hearing…. Read More »
Seek Emergency Care for Serious Workplace Injuries in Maryland
If you were hurt in a workplace accident, the first things to cross your mind are the nature of your injuries and seeking medical care. Depending on the severity, you might consider an urgent care center or head to your own physician’s office. However, for certain injuries, it is critical to visit the emergency… Read More »
Maryland Workers’ Comp Benefits For Head Injuries
Head injuries are among the most severe forms of trauma from Maryland workplace accidents, and they occur more frequently than you might think. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there are 68,170 total reported cases of head trauma nationwide, including injuries to the eyes and neck. This figure represents just 6… Read More »
Tips For Your First Doctor’s Appointment After A Maryland Workplace Accident
Getting hurt in a workplace accident will probably be one of your worst on-the-job experiences, but there is one factor that might reassure you when things seem rather chaotic. Under Maryland’s workers compensation statute you are allowed to visit your own doctor for treatment. This gives you some comfort compared to being forced to… Read More »
Four Tiers For Permanent Disability In Maryland Workers’ Compensation Cases
Employees in any industry can suffer from work-related injuries, and sometimes an on-the-job accident is so serious that it causes permanent damage to the human body. As you may already know, the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission pays monetary benefits to qualifying employees who are hurt in workplace accidents. When you suffer such extensive injuries,… Read More »
The Role Of Vocational Experts In Maryland Workers’ Comp Claims
While some Maryland workers’ compensation claims are processed promptly and injured employees start receiving benefits right away, additional proceedings are sometimes necessary in others. This is typically because your employer and/or insurance company contests your claim, forcing you to take the next steps to enforce your rights. Under Maryland workers’ compensation laws, officials can… Read More »
Maryland Workers’ Comp Settlement: Lump Sum V. Installments
Though the specifics may vary, the procedure for seeking benefits after a workplace accident is similar for injured employees in any industry. According to the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC) claim process, you notify your employer about the incident and await the response of your employer and/or insurance company. Qualifying claims may be paid… Read More »
Recent Maryland Court Case Clarifies Evidence For Workers’ Comp Claims
Those not in the legal field probably do not spend much time reviewing court opinions on the topic of Maryland workers’ compensation, but a recent court case could affect anyone who is hurt on the job. The Court of Appeals of Maryland issued its findings in a case that raised questions about the sufficiency… Read More »
How Cold Stress Affects Maryland Heavy Equipment Operators
While many Maryland residents worry about bundling up when commuting in the winter, those whose jobs take them outdoors need to be concerned about cold during the work day. Employees may suffer from what the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines as “cold stress,” which occurs when the skin temperature drops due to… Read More »
What Workers’ Comp Benefits Are Available For Maryland Police Officers?
Maryland police officers at all state, county, and local levels put their lives on the line every day to protect and serve the public, and disturbing statistics reveal the dangers of the job. According to the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC), law enforcement represents the top claims filed in the state every year. There… Read More »
