If you are injured in the course and scope of your employment, your employer (through their insurer) is obligated to pay indemnity benefits (benefits meant to compensate you for being out of work or unable to return to 90% of your pre-injury wage) and medical benefits (payments for your medical treatment). As it relates to… Read more »
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Four Things You Should Know About Workers’ Compensation Claims
People often confuse workers’ compensation actions or claims with tort or civil claims. However, if you are hurt at work, the things you are entitled to, as well as what actions you should take, vary greatly. For instance: 1. Fault is Not an Issue: If you are involved in a car accident (and it is… Read more »
Navigating Heat-Related Hazards and Solutions in the Workplace
As an attorney who has represented numerous Louisiana Worker’s Compensation cases, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of addressing heat-related hazards to ensure the well-being of employees. High temperatures can lead to a range of health risks for employees, including heat, exhaustion, heat, stroke, and dehydration. Prolonged exposure to heat can impair Cognitive function, reduce productivity,… Read more »