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Does workers' comp cover death benefits?
Suffering the loss of a loved one due to a work-related death is something no person should ever have to go through. Sadly, every year thousands of families are forced to endure this tragic and often traumatizing experience. While trying to cope with the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one is hard enough,...
Read MoreHow impairment, stress, and fatigue impact workplace safety
While there appears to be a light at the end of the tunnel, the pandemic continues to have a wide impact on our daily lives, including workplace safety. Workers are under more stress now than ever before and, as a result, can pose a risk to themselves and others on the job. Learn what can...
Read MoreCan I get workers' comp benefits if I was injured in a car accident?
Not all workplace injuries happen on the construction site or warehouse floor. When discussing what actions you should take after a car accident, personal injury law is usually the first thing that comes to mind. Workers' compensation applies to car accidents in some cases, however. At Tabor Law Firm, P.A., we represent workers who were...
Read MoreGetting workers' compensation for a work-related burn injury
Some of the most serious and life-changing injuries workers sustain on the job are burns. Not only do burns cause a significant amount of pain, but they can also be disfiguring and have a lifelong impact. Those who work around hot stoves, on construction sites, around hazardous materials, and around electrical sources or boilers are...
Read MoreCommon hazardous and toxic exposures on the job
All Mississippi workers are exposed to at least some injury and illness risks on the job. Professions that involve working with hazardous or toxic chemicals are particularly dangerous. Workers in some professions are regularly exposed to toxins in the air they breathe. Workers who become ill as a result of toxic exposure at work can...
Read MoreDo I qualify for Social Security Disability after a work injury?
Debilitating injuries at work can happen without warning. If you sustain a serious injury and can no longer work, you might wonder how you get the financial support you need to live your life. Fortunately, the federal government provides a safety net called Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for those who qualify. If you...
Read MoreGetting a doctor's note after a workplace accident
Suffering a work-related injury can turn your life upside-down. The last thing many people want to deal with is the paperwork that comes with any visit to a health care professional. They figure someone will have records of what was said, done, ordered, prescribed and so on. In a computer. In a filing cabinet. Somewhere....
Read MoreStudy finds link between hazardous material exposure & sarcoidosis
It's common for those who work in construction and other industrial occupations to regularly be exposed to silica, beryllium and other materials that could be hazardous to health. According to a recent study conducted by Dutch researchers and published in the journal Respiratory Research, occupational exposure to silica and beryllium can lead to an inflammatory disease...
Read MoreWhat are my legal options if my workers' comp claim is denied?
Many employers carry workers' compensation insurance, which is meant to pay for medical costs and wage loss for injured workers. Filing a workers' compensation claim is not easy. If there are any errors in the paperwork or if the insurance company isn't convinced that you have a viable claim, your claim can be denied. That's...
Read MoreWhat are the risks of working in extremely hot conditions?
Summer is in full swing. If you're a resident of Mississippi, you know how hot it gets here during this time of year. Some employees have the luxury of working in cooler, air conditioned environments, but not all do. Outdoor workers, such as those who work in construction, agriculture, and landscaping, often endure long hours...
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