Category: Workers Compensation

After a work-related injury, obtaining approval for workers’ compensation benefits can be a huge relief. You can focus on your physical recovery and not on your financial situation once you know your medical expenses are covered and that you will receive some wage replacement benefits while you are out of work. However, many injured workers suddenly receive notice that their benefits have been canceled or reduced. There are different reasons why your benefits may be suddenly cut off, including: The insurance company claims that certain medical treatment was not necessary for your injury Your employer or the insurer believes you are able to return to work Learning that your benefits have suddenly stopped can be concerning, especially if you are still dealing with a serious injury. Always be careful what…

When you suffer injuries due to a work-related accident, you may be tempted to discuss the matter on various social media platforms. People may use social media to keep family members and friends updated about their condition, or perhaps just as an outlet to vent and relieve stress. In any situation, you should be extremely careful about what you post - or you should consider staying off social media altogether. This is because certain social media posts may negatively impact your workers’ compensation claim or benefits. Insurance Investigations Workers’ compensation insurance companies will not simply trust your claims that you suffered serious injuries and cannot work. Instead, they will generally investigate whether your claims are valid. This can include reviewing medical records, treatment recommendations, prognosis notes, and more. These investigations…