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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Connections Between an Autoimmune Disease and the WorkplaceWhen working conditions cause an autoimmune disorder such as arthritis or lupus to worsen, the sufferer may collect workers’ compensation.
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Garbage Collecting Ranks Among Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S.As a solid waste hauler, you face multiple hazards daily. If you are injured on the job in Ohio, you should be covered by workers’ compensation.
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Ohio Teachers Assaulted by Students Can Collect Workers’ CompensationOhio teachers injured in an assault by a student may need extensive medical care, counseling, and time off work. They may also qualify for workers’ comp.
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A Comprehensive Look at Workplace Back InjuriesBack pain is a common complaint among many workers. Learn about various types of back injuries and when they may qualify for workers’ comp in Ohio.
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Ohio BWC Will No Longer Cover OxyContin PrescriptionsA BWC rule change regarding prescription opioids is now in effect. We look at what this change may mean for your health after you're injured on the job.
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Ohio Craft Brewers Are at Risk of Serious Injury on the JobThe craft beer industry is strong and growing in Ohio, employing more people each year. However, there's a high risk of worker injury for many reasons.
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Do You Know What Workers’ Comp Fraud Is? To Stay Out of Jail, You Should Find Out!If you're collecting workers’ compensation in Ohio, know that it's illegal for you to work. Any means of earning money could be considered fraud.
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Considering Using Medical Marijuana? You Should Understand the Implications for Ohio Workers’ CompensationEven with a prescription, using medical marijuana could mean you're ineligible for workers’ comp if you're injured on the job. Here's what you should know.
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Workplace Causes of Respiratory DiseaseCOPD and asthma are debilitating respiratory conditions that can be caused by workplace exposure to certain particles and could qualify for Ohio workers’ comp.
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Injured While Working at Home? You May–Or May Not–Be Covered by Ohio Workers’ CompensationIf you work from home and aren't an independent contractor, you may–or may not–be covered by Ohio workers’ compensation if you're injured in your home office.
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Ohio Leads the Way in Reducing Worker Dependence on OpioidsOhio has made remarkable progress in combatting the problem of opioid addiction among workers’ comp recipients. What does this mean if you're in pain?
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Was Your Heart Attack or Stroke Caused by Unusual Stress at Work? If So, You May Qualify for Workers’ CompIf you had a heart attack and believe it was caused by something that happened at work, you may be covered by workers’ comp—but you will have to prove it.