Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Factory Explosion at Mississippi Plant Leaves No Injured Workers, but Questions about Mississippi Workers’ Rights to Compensation Benefits Linger
A factory explosion in Fulton, Mississippi earlier this year caused much damage and alarm, but thankfully, no workers were injured. According to WTVA News, this last winter, in February, emergency crews responded quickly to a blast that occurred at the Mueller Copper Tube Company plant. The cause of the explosion was still under investigation… Read More »
Mississippi Sawmill Worker Injured in Accident
A sawmill worker in Warren County was seriously injured at the beginning of the month in an industrial accident, and the dangerous incident is a warning call about the dangers of sawmill work and other industrial work in Mississippi. According to The Vicksburg Post, the frightening and unexpected incident occurred on Monday, October 6,… Read More »
Are You Wondering What a “Lump Sum” Settlement Means in Your Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Case? Here We Explain the Basics
If you were injured on the job in Louisiana, it is important for you to know that you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, even if you do not know who was at fault for your injuries. Indeed, most injured workers in Louisiana are entitled to these important benefits, which, among other things,… Read More »
Mississippi Ranked Top State for Dangerous Workplaces: Learn About Your Rights if You Are Injured at Work in Mississippi
One of the things that Mississippi workers may be surprised to learn is that Mississippi is now ranked one of the top most dangerous states for workers across the United States. Indeed, the shocking news comes from a local news report citing a study that found that Mississippi ranked among the most dangerous states… Read More »
Successful Outcomes in Mississippi Workers’ Comp Cases: Learn About How Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Cases Are Resolved and How to Get Benefits Due to You
As most Mississippi workers know, when a worker in Mississippi is injured on the job, workers’ compensation benefits can provide crucial financial support. These benefits help cover medical treatment, lost wages, and other related expenses. However, the process of getting benefits is not always simple. Understanding how Mississippi workers’ compensation cases are resolved and… Read More »
The Aftermath of a Workplace Accident in Mississippi: What Should Injured Mississippi Workers Do? Find Out Here and Where to Find a Lawyer to Help You
It is something that most injured Mississippi workers must face: a workplace accident can change your life in a split-second. Indeed, the truth of the matter is that whether you were injured on a construction site, in a factory, while driving for work, or even in an office setting, the aftermath of a serious… Read More »
Injured on the Job in Louisiana But You Do Not Know What to Do Next? Find Out the First Three Steps You Can Take to Get Workers’ Compensation Benefits in the Bayou State
There is no doubt that if you are like most injured workers in Louisiana, a serious workplace injury can upend your entire life. Indeed, if you have been injured while working in Louisiana, you may feel like you are out of luck and out of options, and you may be uncertain about what to… Read More »
File in Court or Apply for Workers’ Comp? What Do I Need to Do After I Am Injured at Work in Louisiana?
When a Louisiana worker gets hurt on the job, the stress of pain, medical appointments, and time away from work can be overwhelming for them. On top of that, they may be unsure of their legal rights and options under Louisiana laws, and they may be wondering if they should apply for workers’ compensation… Read More »
EMS Worker Injured On the Job in New Orleans’ Seventh Ward
A dangerous car accident sent one New Orleans Emergency Medical Services (EMS) first responder to the hospital with serious injuries, and some New Orleans workers and their families are wondering exactly what recourse the EMS worker may have under Louisiana workers’ compensation laws. According to local news reports, this week on Wednesday, August 20,… Read More »
Mississippi Logging Employee Killed After Log Goes Through Skid Steer Window
A tragic on-the-job accident took a Mississippi logging worker’s life, and the frightening and deadly workplace incident raises awareness about just how dangerous workplace injuries can be, especially involving equipment like skid steers. The fatal work accident occurred earlier this month on August 20. According to local news reports, 26-year-old Utica, Mississippi logging worker… Read More »