Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Businesses Try to Avoid Workers’ Compensation by Calling Employees Contractors
Unfortunately, a lot of small businesses, construction companies, and other types of employers, are looking to try to avoid legal requirements in efforts to cut costs. Those costs often come at the risk of worker safety. One way that businesses will often try to cut costs is by misclassifying employees in a way that… Read More »
Can You Choose Your Own Doctor if You are Injured at Work?
The choice of your doctor is a very personal one. Your doctor is a trusted advocate, and the person that is responsible for bringing you back to full health mentally and physically. Luckily, Louisiana workers’ compensation laws allow injured workers to select their own treating physicians. You Can Choose Your Doctor Under Louisiana law,… Read More »