Our Blog Explores Ohio Workers’ Compensation Laws From an Attorney’s Perspective
Filing your workers’ compensation claim can be a long and frustrating process. In our blog, we examine common problems in workplace injury claims, including how to appeal when a claim is denied and what medical evidence you may need from your physician.
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Losing a Job After a Work Injury in Ohio Collecting workers’ comp doesn't offer you any special job protection. You cannot be fired for filing a workers’ comp claim, but you could still lose your job. -
Ohio Workers’ Compensation for Post Concussion Syndrome Work-related head injuries should be taken seriously. If you were diagnosed with a concussion, you might qualify for Ohio workers’ comp while you recover. -
Understanding Statutory Permanent Total Disability in Ohio Ohio workers collecting permanent total disability benefits aren't allowed to hold a job, but people on statutory permanent total disability may do so. -
Hazards for Workers at Wastewater Treatment Plants Workers at wastewater treatment plants face hazardous conditions that could lead to on-the-job injuries and a need to file for Ohio workers’ compensation. -
Burn Injuries and Ohio Workers’ Compensation While not the most common work-related injury, thermal and chemical burns occur in many Ohio workplaces and can require long and costly treatment. -
OH Workers’ Comp Additional Allowance Without an Attorney If you're on workers’ comp and develop a new medical condition, you may need to file for an additional allowance, but don’t do it without an attorney. -
Releasing Medical Records to the Ohio BWC When applying for workers’ comp in Ohio, you must provide medical records to the BWC. If you're worried about privacy, contact a lawyer. -
Choosing a Doctor for a Workplace Injury or Illness When receiving medical treatment under Ohio workers’ comp, you must choose a doctor from an approved list. Here's how to make the best choice for you. -
Questions You Might Be Asked In An Ohio Workers Comp Hearing Here are several types of questions you might be asked in an Ohio workers' compensation hearing to help you prepare and know what to expect during this process. -
Ohio Workers’ Compensation and Pregnancy In this article, we look at several ways your pregnancy could pose problems when you're collecting workers’ compensation and how a lawyer could help you.