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Ohio Workers’ Compensation and Death Benefits: What You Need to Know

December 23, 2024 No Comments

Workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses can be incredibly harmful and sometimes even fatal. Luckily, workplace deaths are relatively uncommon. Ohio had 78,000 nonfatal work injuries ...

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How Long Do I Have to File Workers’ Comp in Ohio?

December 4, 2024 No Comments

When you are injured at work in Ohio, you generally have one (1) year from the date of injury to file a workers’ compensation claim. ...

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How Long Does Workers’ Comp Last in Ohio?

November 17, 2024 No Comments

When you’ve suffered a workplace injury in Ohio, workers’ compensation benefits provide essential support for things like medical care and compensation for lost wages. Understanding ...

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When to Get a Lawyer for Work Injury in Ohio

October 29, 2024 No Comments

Understanding when to hire a lawyer to represent you in a workers’ compensation claim is important when you sustain a work-related injury. It is common ...

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Ohio Workers’ Compensation Terminology

October 9, 2024 No Comments

Understanding the terminology used in the Ohio workers’ compensation system is crucial for any employee who has suffered physical harm or an occupational disease contracted ...

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How to Avoid a Medicare Set-Aside

September 15, 2024 No Comments

In some workers’ compensation cases, a Medicare Set Aside (MSA) account may be required to allocate funds to future medical expenses related to your injury. ...

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MCO Meaning in Ohio Workers’ Comp

August 8, 2024 No Comments

If you are injured on the job, you may have a lot of questions regarding your medical care and the organization that manages your requests ...

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Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Workers’ Compensation

February 15, 2024 No Comments

When workers are injured on the job, they often find it frustrating and tiresome to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. It can be confusing to deal ...

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Top Reasons Your Ohio Workers’ Compensation Claim May Be Denied

February 14, 2024 No Comments

Workplace accidents can be frustrating and even devastating for a worker and their family. From unexpected medical bills to missed work, workers can experience a ...

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Workers’ Compensation Claims for Crush Injuries

February 13, 2024 No Comments

In the world of workplace injuries, crush injuries tend to rank among the most severe and potentially debilitating incidents a worker can experience. Whether it’s ...

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The Role of Vocational Rehabilitation in Ohio Workers’ Compensation Cases

July 10, 2023 No Comments

After a workplace accident, an injured worker may have restrictions that prevent them from returning to the job they were performing prior to the injury. ...

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What is an Overexertion Injury?

March 15, 2023 No Comments

An overexertion injury occurs when a person repetitively performs an activity that causes an injury. Overexertion injuries are very common workplace injuries. These injuries often ...

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What Not To Say To a Workers’ Comp Doctor

April 27, 2021 No Comments

You just suffered a painful injury at work in Ohio. After filing for your workers’ compensation benefits, you sigh as you think about what comes ...

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Working From Home Workers’ Compensation

March 24, 2021 No Comments

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 42% of all U.S. employees now work from home. This staggering statistic highlights just how much changes in terms ...

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How Do I Check On My Workers’ Comp Claim Status?

February 1, 2021 No Comments

After an injury at work, it is in your best interest to file a claim as soon as possible. But after your claim is filed, ...

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Workers’ Comp Cases That Also Involve a Personal Injury Claim

February 1, 2021 No Comments

There are many instances when an employee can file both a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim at the same time. These two ...

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Do I Need A Personal Injury Attorney?

November 5, 2020 No Comments

There are several questions that run through a person’s mind after any kind of accident. Most of these questions concern what to do next, whether ...

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Can I use my own doctor after an Ohio workplace injury?

July 14, 2020 No Comments

When an Ohio worker is injured on the job or contracts an occupational sickness, their exclusive legal remedy is filing a workers’ compensation claim. Of ...

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Maximum Medical Improvement Under Ohio Workers’ Compensation Law

April 1, 2020 No Comments

An injured worker is found to have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) when his/her condition has stabilized, and despite continued medical treatment, their condition is ...

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Workers’ Comp Coverage for First Responders’ PTSD

March 3, 2020 No Comments

On Feb. 12, the Ohio House of Representatives passed a bill 74-22 that would provide workers’ comp for first responders such as peace officers, paid ...

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6 Common Misconceptions About Workers’ Compensation

February 18, 2020 No Comments

Sustaining a job-related injury or developing an occupational illness can be devastating. After all, if you cannot work, you may not be able to provide ...

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How to Apply for Workers’ Compensation in Ohio

January 10, 2020 No Comments

If you suffer an injury at work, you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits, including coverage of the cost of your medical recovery ...

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Construction Workers at High Risk for Electrocution

September 16, 2019 No Comments

Construction workers in Ohio spend their days working around or with electrical equipment and tools. Unfortunately, this puts you at great risk for suffering a ...

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3 Things Police Officers Should Know About Workers’ Compensation

April 24, 2019 No Comments

Police officers protect the public from harm. Their primary responsibility is ensuring that people can go about their days safely by enforcing laws. However, police ...

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3 Things To Do if You Sustain an Injury at Work

January 31, 2019 No Comments

Like most of your neighbors, you go to work every day to provide for your family. When you are at the job site, you try ...

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Will Your Retirement Affect Your Entitlement to Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

September 17, 2018 No Comments

Post-Retirement Temporary Total Compensation – Ohio Supreme Court Rules “No” In a recent case before the Ohio Supreme court, it issued an unanimous opinion ruling ...