Most states cover workers’ compensation for workplace injuries and incidents, but does it cover injuries or damages caused due to workplace violence? What is Workplace Violence? From physical to emotional violence, workplace violence covers a large spectrum. It may start as acts of intimidation or verbal threats and spiral to a full-on physical attack. According… Read More

Most workplaces have a health, safety, and environment department that makes workplaces as accident-proof as reasonably possible. However, regardless of the preventive measures taken, accidents can still take place. It is our responsibility to keep ourselves safe and ensure the safety of other employees working with us.   Sometimes carelessness can also lead to workplace… Read More

With the sudden rise of people working from home regularly, you may start to wonder how this might affect you if a work-related injury occurs at home and you may need to file for worker’s compensation.

Are you suffering from an injury that you think may be linked to the work you do? If so, your suspicions are not necessarily unreasonable. The term “cumulative injury” refers to a range of conditions that are typically caused by repeated exposure or repetitive activities. Common examples of cumulative injuries include repetitive stress injuries (RSIs),… Read More

Filing a Worker’s Compensation claim after sustaining workplace injuries or illnesses is a common procedure. Some cases may be open and shut, making it very easy for you to get your benefits while out of work recovering, and you simply go back to work when healed. However, some cases are not so easy to handle… Read More

What would you guess is the most common type of Workers’ Compensation injury? If you guessed overexertion injuries, you would be right. This broad category includes those injuries related to lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and holding. Every year, 3 million American workers suffer non-fatal injuries or illnesses that are job-related. However, in 2016, 5,180 workers… Read More

The Kenton Koszdin Law Office helps injured workers stay on their feet physically and financially. If you have a workers’ compensation claim, please do not hesitate to talk to an experienced workers’ compensation attorney. Time is of the essence! Failing to meet the 30-day deadline for filing a workers’ compensation claim could result in unreimbursed… Read More

Massage therapists have very strong hands, wrists and arms, job requirements when you spend your days kneading away tension and knots in your clients. But strength isn’t enough to prevent therapist injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Some massage techniques including deep tissue work can lead to shoulder and neck strain. These injuries are caused… Read More

Workplace injuries are not limited to inherently dangerous occupations such as construction, the fishing industry, and logging. Even an office, which may appear to be a hazard-free workplace, may be the site of many different types of on-the-job injuries. Common Injuries That May Happen in Offices Repetitive stress. Some injuries result from overuse of certain… Read More

If you have any questions or concerns about any kind of disability cases, including Social Security Disability and workers’ compensation, call the Kenton Koszdin Law Office today! We’re here to help if you’ve suffered an injury or disability. Many injured workers are concerned that their employer may not react positively to them filing a workers’… Read More