Even the safest workers are at risk of being injured on the job. And when they are, it can be hard to secure needed medical treatment and offset wages that have been lost. As a result, an injured worker’s savings can be eaten away, leaving them in a difficult...
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Worker’s Compensation
When do workers’ compensation benefits start after being injured?
In Massachusetts, workers’ compensation benefits are an essential part of the safety net that helps those who have been injured on the job. It is also for those who become ill or suffer from a condition because of the work they do. The payments the worker receives...
Who pays for workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation benefits are crucial for Massachusetts workers who have an injury or illness they acquired on the job. The compensation you receive through workers’ compensation can help you pay your bills and stay financially stable while you recover. You may...
What if I go to work injured and the injury becomes worse?
When you are injured or develop an illness at work, you should tell your employer as soon as possible and seek help for your injury or illness. You may already know that a workplace injury or illness could qualify you for workers’ compensation benefits. However, what...
Third party claims in a workers’ compensation case
It doesn't always feel this way when you're trying to get your benefits, but the Massachusetts workers' compensation system is designed to offer a convenient, streamlined process -- at least in comparison to filing a personal injury claim. When you file a personal...
What to do if your claim is denied
The Massachusetts workers' compensation system is intended to give workers the benefits they need to pay for medical care after they are injured on the job. If their injuries are serious enough that they are unable to return to work for more than a short time, the...
Injured while running an errand for your boss?
Many companies are legally required to provide workers’ compensation benefits to employees that are injured at work. While this may seem straightforward, there are many situations where an employer or insurer may claim that an employee is not entitled to workers’...
Summer jobs and workers’ compensation
Every year, summertime brings a large change in the job market as thousands of workers take seasonal jobs. These may include students who pick up jobs during breaks from schooling and service industry workers who cater to the summer resort crowd, as well as workers...
Workers’ compensation and the independent medical review
Has a workplace accident left you with injuries that prevent you from working and living your normal life? If so, then you’re probably trying to figure out how to navigate the road ahead. It may not be easy, either. Although you might be able to rely on workers’...
What happens if you can’t return to your old job?
A workplace injury can have a profound impact on your life. Sure, you might be unable to work for a significant period of time, which can leave you without much needed income, but you’ll also have to face what is often a devastating amount of medical and...