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Why Longer Recovery Periods Make Having a Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Critical Fewer workplace injuries are happening nationwide, but when they do occur, injured workers are spending more time away from the job before they can fully recover. According to The Travelers Companies’ 2025 Injury Impact Report, the average recovery time for a workplace injury…

Common Denial Tactics and How to Fight Back for the Benefits You Deserve In Mississippi, a significant number of valid workers’ compensation claims fail to result in benefits. This is not because the injuries aren’t real, but because the system is built with roadblocks that favor employers and insurance companies. A state report found that the number…

If you're not careful, you could lose out on the benefits you deserve Getting hurt on the job can turn your life upside down in an instant. One minute you’re lifting a box, climbing a ladder, or clocking in for your shift, and the next, you’re dealing with pain, paperwork, and more stress than you…

What to Do If Your Employer Pressures You to Use Their Preferred Medical Provider Under Mississippi law, injured workers do have the right to choose the doctor who treats their work-related injury, but that right comes with restrictions. What many workers don’t realize is that there are tight timeframes, employer influence, and insurance oversight that…

Every April 28, families, coworkers, and communities come together to honor those who lost their lives on the job. Workers’ Memorial Day isn’t just a time for remembrance; it’s also a wake-up call. It marks the anniversary of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), passed in 1970 to hold employers accountable for keeping workplaces…

Getting hurt on the job is tough, both physically and financially. If you’re unable to work, you need to know when workers' compensation will start covering lost wages. In Mississippi, the process isn’t always straightforward. There are waiting periods, eligibility rules, and possible delays. Workers' comp is meant to help employees who can’t work due…

Retail Work Can Be Physically Demanding and Dangerous In Mississippi, retail employees keep stores running, assisting customers, stocking shelves, and managing inventory. But behind the scenes, many retail workers face serious injury risks every day. Strains, falls, and accidents involving heavy merchandise are just a few hazards that can lead to painful injuries, costly medical…

Warehouse work poses significant risks due to the demanding physical tasks involved. Workers often perform repetitive movements, heavy lifting, and prolonged standing, which can lead to serious injuries and workers' compensation claims. Fast-paced environments and strict productivity targets increase the likelihood of accidents and long-term health issues. A Senate investigation revealed that Amazon values speed…

When workers are hurt on the job, they can be impacted physically and financially. Workers’ compensation benefits can make a big difference and help them through a difficult period. But what if their jobs were seasonal or temporary? Are they also covered – or are they on their own when they get injured? The good…

As e-commerce continues to grow, so does the demand on warehouse and last-mile delivery workers who handle and deliver the goods. This rise in demand has brought a concerning increase in workplace injuries. To better protect these workers, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has evaluated injury trends and issued recommendations to improve safety practices.…