In an ideal world, the best situation for both employers and employees is to have no workplace injuries or workers comp claims. But, unfortunately, on-the-job injuries do happen, and how employers handle them can make all the difference in the outcome of the claim. When an employee is injured, the accident report forms are the most important documents to get … Read More
5 Top Tips to Reduce Workers Compensation Claims
Health and safety hazards are common in numerous workplaces across the country. Sitting down in a chair and completing tasks from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. might seem like a harmless occupation for some people, but that isn’t always the case. In 2008, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 80,000 individuals, who worked in an administrative or private-industry office … Read More
3 Things to Know about Workers Comp Claims
If your employee falls off a chair or cuts his hand at work, you’ll definitely need more than a trip to the doctor. You’ll also need to consider your workers comp policy. Workers compensation insurance covers medical expenses to treat a job-related injury or illness, and it also pays employees for any days missed from work due to the incident. … Read More
The Importance of Reporting Workers Comp Claims Quickly
When a workplace injury or illness occurs, many employers and employees simply don’t know how to handle the incident from a workers comp claims standpoint. This is understandable since some industries aren’t as prone to work-related accidents as others. Whenever an employee is injured, it is essential that the proper process be followed in order to protect both the injured … Read More