Lowell Workers’ Compensation Legal Blog
What you should know about third-party claims
When you get hurt on the job, you should understand the legal options available to you. One such option is a third-party claim. A third-party claim can provide a way to recover damages beyond what is available through workers' compensation. However, navigating the...
Worker’s compensation and the gig economy
Gig work such as ride-sharing and food delivery can be legitimately dangerous work, but employers do not always compensate injured employees, even when the conditions of the job caused the injury. Worker's compensation is expensive, and most large corporations find it...
3 FAQs about workers’ compensation and attorney fees
No matter where you work, you have rights. If you have suffered from a workplace injury, workers’ compensation laws provide compensation. Unfortunately, not every claim goes as planned. Understanding why it happened and getting legal assistance may help you appeal...
What is the timeline of a worker’s compensation claim?
No matter what kind of job you have, you are likely at risk for some kind of injury. The kinds of injuries that you are at risk for can vary depending on what you do. While you may feel stressed and confused after experiencing an injury, that does not mean that you...
Expenses covered by workers’ compensation
Massachusetts law requires employers to carry worker’s compensation insurance in anticipation of employee injuries on the job. If you are a victim of a workplace injury, your worker’s comp benefits should help alleviate some of your financial stress during an...
Can you get worker’s comp for an illness?
Many are familiar with worker's comp, especially in instances where there has been an injury on the job. However, some may wonder if it is also available in other situations as well. This can be particularly true for those who are dealing with an illness instead of an...
The 5 most dangerous job types for work injuries in Massachusetts
Every job you can think of carries some level of risk to your physical fitness and mental health. But some jobs are more dangerous than others. For example, an office job is unlikely to expose you to falling from dozens of feet in the air or getting your limb crushed...
Can you get workers’ compensation for an on-the-job car crash?
When you suffer a serious injury in an on-the-job car crash in Massachusetts, you may wonder whether you may get workers’ compensation to help cover the costs of your medical care and other expenses. You may be able to secure compensation to help cover your...
Options and qualifications for long-term disability
Money is usually a concern for employees who suffer from a severe illness or get hurt on the job. Workers' compensation can help with expenses no matter what type of health issue you have. Depending on your sickness, you qualify for either short-term or long-term...
The role of pain in workers’ compensation claims
When a Massachusetts work accident results in a serious injury, you may be able to get workers’ compensation benefits through your employer’s insurance company. Workers’ compensation laws allow for specific types of compensation. If you are experiencing considerable...