The rules for collecting workers’ compensation are confusing, placing injured workers at an unfair disadvantage. Our library articles explain complex work injury topics in a straightforward way, including which forms you need to file for compensation and which steps to take to protect your claim.
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Seniors Injured in Strenuous Jobs Can Collect Ohio Workers’ CompPhysically demanding jobs are often being filled by workers over the age of 62. We look at the injuries older workers suffer in these positions.
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Temporary Workers Suffer Higher Rates of Injury Than Permanent Employees—and They Qualify for Workers’ CompTemporary workers—as long as they are not independent contractors—are eligible for workers’ comp coverage for on-the-job injuries in Ohio—and they need it!
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Injured on the Job in Ohio? Find Out If You Meet the Basic Requirements for Workers’ CompWe review the basics of qualifying for Ohio workers’ comp after a workplace injury or occupational disease diagnosis. See if you’re eligible and how to qualify.
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What to Do When You Are Injured at Work and Your Employer Does Not Carry Workers' Comp InsuranceIf you were injured at work in Ohio and discover that your employer does not carry workers' comp insurance, you can still file a claim. We can help.
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Workers' COMPanion - July 2022When do we enter adulthood? I once thought I would be old if I made it to 30, but the older I got the more I felt like I was learning new things.
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High Turnover in Delivery Truck Loading Jobs Leads to Driver InjuriesUPS and FedEx delivery drivers are frequently injured when retrieving packages from the truck cargo area. Untrained loaders have increased the chance of injury.
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When You Might Want to Have a Functional Capacity Exam for Ohio Workers’ CompFunctional Capacity Evaluations are not mandatory in Ohio, but they can help your workers’ comp claim. Find out what they are and how to make the most of one.
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Ohio Workers’ Compensation Provides Several Levels of Benefits to Injured WorkersThe Ohio workers’ comp benefits you are awarded after a workplace injury will depend on the severity of your injury and your ability to work.
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How Hiring a Workers’ Comp Attorney Can Provide a Big Pay-Off When Filing a ClaimSometimes, hiring a workers’ comp attorney can make a big difference in your recovery. We share five benefits of hiring an Ohio lawyer here.
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Self-Insured Companies Manage Their Own Workers’ Comp Claims—But You Still Have RightsIf you work for an Ohio company that is self-insured for workers’ comp, you must follow their claim process, but we can still help if there are problems.