In theory, the IME (Independent Medical Exam) is a good thing. It should help the insurance company or the Workers’ Compensation Board (or the jury in a liability claim) to evaluate and value your claim. In the best case, the IME helps to: Identify the injuries suffered by the worker in the work-related accident Understand […]
Work is hard, even for those of us who love the work we do on a daily basis. Sometimes through a combination of work, life, personal stressors, and various external factors, it can all become a bit too much. While not entirely prevalent yet, PTSD from work is something that is being increasingly recognized as […]
Suffering a major injury at work could be devastating. You could lose wages and get saddled with medical bills. The cost of worker’s compensation claims caused by a motor vehicle average of nearly $80,000. Slip and fall accidents typically cost close to $50,000. The average American cannot afford to suffer this type of injury. The solution is […]
Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be a long and exhausting process. After being injured on the job, it can come as a shock to many people they’re responsible for providing proof of their claim. Even if you think your case seems like a common-sense issue, never make assumptions. To protect yourself and your claim, […]
