As retail theft increases, so too does the threat of violence against employees like you. Working on the sales floor has become dangerous, marked by the presence of organized crime groups and abusive customers. Despite efforts by retail companies to ramp up security,...
Workers’ Compensation
Does fault matter in workers’ compensation claims?
All employers must carry workers' compensation for their employees. However, many employees wrongly believe that they cannot make a claim if they caused the accident. Understanding your rights may equip you to fight for the benefits to which you are entitled. You can...
4 common mistakes to avoid when filing for workers’ compensation
When you suffer an injury on the job, you may need to file a workers’ compensation claim. Filing for workers’ compensation in Massachusetts can be complex, leading to potentially costly mistakes. These are a few of the mistakes you should avoid when you file. Mistake...
4 common myths about workers’ compensation in Massachusetts
Workers’ compensation is an important aspect of employee rights. It can provide financial assistance to workers who suffer injuries or illnesses in the course of their employment. However, there are several misconceptions surrounding workers' compensation in...
When are car accident injuries eligible for workers’ comp?
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, motor vehicle accidents are unfortunately common occurrences. When such accidents happen during the course of employment, questions may arise regarding eligibility for workers' compensation benefits. On-the-job travel When...
What workers’ compensation benefits are available?
When you get hurt or become ill due to your job, you may qualify for workers' compensation. To be eligible, the injury or illness must have occurred while you were performing work duties directly related to your job. Workers' compensation benefits provide much-needed...
Why insurers reject workers’ compensation claims
When you sustain an injury at work in the course of carrying out duties relevant to your position, you are eligible to receive workers' compensation benefits if the injury results in you missing work for five or more days. Employers carry workers' compensation...
4 Common misconceptions about Massachusetts workers’ compensation
Workers' compensation provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. However, several misconceptions surround workers' compensation in Massachusetts, leading to confusion and misinformation. These are four of the common misconceptions...
What should you do if you get injured at work?
If you got seriously hurt at work, you may wonder how you will eventually return to your job and continue to earn a living. A workplace injury can not only make it hard to get back to work but also take care of your responsibilities in your personal life. The workers’...
3 Misconceptions about workers’ compensation
Many people do not file workers' compensation claims because of various myths surrounding the subject. These misconceptions scare those who are afraid of losing their job or are overly loyal to their employers. However, these are just false claims. Here is the truth...