Life-altering trauma can impact an individual’s quality of life, leading to physical limitations, emotional distress, and financial hardship. If you suffered such damages in a workplace accident, you need to factor this into the demand for compensation. However, pursuing fair compensation can be challenging without the help of a qualified Nashville workers’ compensation lawyer. A…

Have you ever wondered what keeps you safe (or more like what compels your employer to ensure your safety) from workplace hazards while on the job? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – that’s what! Both employees and employers must understand OSHA regulations for workplace safety, and how they impact everyone involved. From protecting…

A workplace accident can be a blow to a worker’s self-esteem, security, and financial stability. Although most employers are careful about providing their workers with a safe and healthy workplace, workplace accidents can still happen. But there’s one question that any work accident victim may be wondering. Can a worker be fired after a workplace…

Being treated unfairly or unlawfully fired from your workplace after filing a claim can be frustrating. By law, an employer is not allowed to fire an employee for filing a workplace complaint or lawsuit. All the employees have legal employment rights. There are federal and state laws that administer various aspects of workplace relationships to…

You may wonder if illnesses from an unsafe or unsanitary work conditions qualify for a worker’s compensation claim. The answer is: it depends. Each state has different laws governing worker’s compensation, so it’s essential to speak with an attorney in your area to find out if you’re eligible for benefits. Generally speaking, however, most workers…

You’ve just filed a workers’ compensation claim after being injured on the job. You’re in pain and scared about what this will mean for you and your family. You know you did the right thing, but now your boss is giving you attitude, and your co-workers are spreading rumors about your workplace injury. What can…