Any occupation can have elements that can injure employees, and this is no different for truck drivers. They are exposed to several factors that can hurt them. Luckily, the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission (VWC) aims to serve injured workers. Therefore, if a...
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Why injured workers should be wary of social media
A worker who is seeking workers' compensation for an injury should strongly consider staying off of social media until their claims process is fully resolved. It is common for attorneys representing insurance companies or employers to search social media platforms...
What should you ask your doctor during your workers’ comp claim?
It is good to know workers’ compensation exists to alleviate economic hardships after a workplace injury. Still, you are feeling much better and probably anxious to get back on the job. Such enthusiasm is admirable, but don’t be too ready to jump back on the...
VWC ruling highlights work time flexibility, responsibilities
Typically, a person would not be eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits if they suffered an injury on the way to or from work. That’s what’s called the “coming and going” rule. However, the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission (VWC) determined that...
How does the workers’ compensation process work in Virginia?
Employees injured while performing work-related duties may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits. These benefits can go a long way in helping you financially cope after a workplace accident by paying your medical bills and a portion of the wages lost when you...
4 common misconceptions about workers’ compensation in Virginia
Employees injured while performing work-related duties in Virginia are usually entitled to workers' compensation benefits. However, not all affected individuals file for these benefits. Widespread misconceptions about workers' compensation dissuade many from pursuing...
What types of injuries do construction workers commonly face?
By its very nature, construction work presents a variety of risks. It's physically demanding work that may require working at heights or in dangerous situations. It involves operating large machinery, which is hazardous in itself. It probably comes as no surprise that...
Working in retail can be more dangerous than you might think
You might think that working in retail is relatively safe – certainly compared to jobs in other types of industries. However, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), those in retail are actually more likely to be injured or become ill due to their job than...
4 common injuries in office environments
Many individuals think an office environment is the last place for a person to suffer an injury. After all, office workers don’t operate tools like jackhammers, drive heavy vehicles or repeatedly lift heavy boxes. Though working in an office is less dangerous than in...
Who picks your doctor in a Virginia workers’ compensation claim?
If you’re injured at work and you need emergency care, you have a right to seek treatment wherever necessary – but what about after the emergency passes? Can you go to your regular primary care physician or, at least, pick your own workers’ comp doctor? In Virginia,...
