A system for providing medical care and lost earnings to workers injured in job-related accidents that has existed more than 100 years in the U.S. could be in for some radical changes in 2016 and beyond. Workers’ compensation was designed to make it easier for individuals to receive benefits by eliminating lawsuits against employers in favor of an insurance-based system. …
7 Traits of an Excellent Personal Injury Attorney
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured, it’s natural to want the best personal injury attorney you can find. Most practicing lawyers have the ability to provide competent legal counsel, but certain traits distinguish good lawyers from great ones. If you’re in the important process of deciding on a personal injury attorney for your case, consider the …
Can a Pre-Existing Condition Affect My Injury Claim?
Whether you’ve been injured by another party or in a workplace accident, it’s often a frightening and frustrating experience. In addition to the physical pain and emotional distress, there’s medical bills piling up and you may not be able to work. It’s important that you receive the compensation you’re entitled to for damages, losses, and injuries. If you have a pre-existing …
Don’t Miss Oregon’s Deadlines to File a Personal Injury Claim
Have you been injured in an accident caused by another person? Are you worried about how you will pay your medical bills or the time it will take to recover? Understandably, your primary focus after an accident is your health and recovery. You could require serious medical procedures and lengthy rehabilitation as part of your treatment plan, or suffer from …
Answers to 7 Common Legal Questions After an Auto Accident
You had your entire day planned out, from the moment you got up this morning to when you put the kids to bed at night. You had dozens of things to get done, including several errands. When you left your home, you had no idea that the choice made by an impaired driver would turn your world upside down. In …
The Top 5 Causes of Workplace Injuries in the U.S.
What frequently causes workplace injuries in the United States? With a quick Google search, there’s access to a great deal of information on the topic; however, not all data online is accurate. We’ve done the hard work for you, and compiled data from trusted sources across the web to bring you the top five causes of workplace injuries in the country. Graphs have been included in each …
Can Telecommuters Apply for Workers’ Compensation and Win?
Advances in technology have made it possible for employees to perform their duties at locations other than the employer’s location. According to a recent study, 3.7 million employees in the United States work from home at least half of the time. Telecommuting is becoming more popular because it benefits both the employer and the employee. According to a recent study, …
Road Safety Laws for Kids in Oregon
Facts About Children in Motor Vehicle Accidents According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 638 American children no older than 12 died in motor vehicle accidents during 2013. That same year, 127,250 children nationwide were injured in motor vehicle accidents. Oregon has adopted travel safety law for kids requiring use of proper child restraints in an …
Preventing Stress In The Workplace
Are you stressed at work? If so, you are not alone. A survey by Harris Interactive done for Everest College found that 83% of American workers experience stress because of their job. Of the stressors reported by employees, the top two sources of stress in the workplace remained unreasonable workloads and low pay. Other stressors that were reported by employees …
Guide to Biking Safely on the Roads
Bicycling in Oregon is an enjoyable pastime for people of all ages. It is an excellent form of exercise and a pleasant way to spend time outdoors; the entire family can spend time together doing something healthy, and bicycling can be very relaxing. Besides riding bicycles for recreation, people are increasingly using bicycles as a form of transportation. Commuting to …