Workman’s comp fraud is a type of insurance fraud that occurs when someone intentionally tries to deceive the system in order to collect fraudulent claims. There are many ways to spot worker’s comp fraud, such as if someone is receiving worker’s comp benefits for a job that they don’t actually do. If you suspect someone […]
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A return to work program is a program that allows employees to return to work after a period of time off for illness or injury. It is an option available to workers who have been off from work for an extended period of time. What are the benefits of a return to work program? A
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If your doctor says you can’t return to work, you might be able to get temporary income benefits. These benefits can help you make ends meet for a limited period of time. Temporary income benefits are available to workers who are unable to work because of a personal injury or illness. If you are unable
Work-related death coverage is a good thing to know. In the event someone dies because of an accident while they are on the job, workers’ compensation may cover their funeral and burial costs. If a person has been injured on the job and the injury causes them to die, the workers’ compensation coverage will cover
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It’s no secret that the American workforce is facing a variety of occupational injuries, including the most common: musculoskeletal disorders. These injuries are so prevalent that in 2011, the U.S. Occupational Injury and Illness Statistics reported that the injury rate of these disorders was 44% higher in construction than the average incidence across all industries.
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