Workers' Compensation

How Does HIPAA Apply to Workers’ Compensation Claims? 

Nov 17, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 4 minutes

Workers’ compensation claims are a crucial aspect of employee benefits, providing financial support and medical care to workers for on-the-job accidents and illnesses regardless of fault. However, many employees are concerned about privacy when sharing their medical information with employers and workers’ compensation providers.  HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) does not apply to workers’ compensation cases. This...

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Worker's Compensation claims in Missouri

What If My Missouri Workers’ Comp Claim Is Contested?

Nov 6, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

There are a variety of reasons why your employer’s workers comp carrier may contest your claim for benefits.  If you filed your claim after the deadline or failed to provide the required notice, your claim could be contested.  There may also be issues related to your injury, and how and when it occurred, which may result in a dispute....

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Workers' Compensation

Can I Sue My Employer After a Workplace Accident in Arkansas?

Oct 17, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

Workplace accidents can have devastating consequences. The workers’ compensation system in Arkansas supports and protects injured employees after an accident. Many clients ask, “Can I sue my employer for a workplace injury?” In most cases, you cannot sue an employer if you are hurt on the job. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. If you want to...

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What Is the Waiting Period for Workers’ Comp in Arkansas?

Oct 13, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

When workers get hurt on the job, they might be unable to work for weeks or months until they recover. Sometimes, these workers can’t ever return to work because their injuries are so severe. Fortunately, Arkansas law requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance for their employers.  Workers’ comp in Arkansas provides benefits for injured employees, such as...

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Personal Injury

Construction Accidents and the Applicable OSHA Regulations

Oct 2, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

A Construction Accident Lawyer must be familiar with all of the laws that apply to workplace injuries, including the standards established by OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.  These standards are official rules and regulations that are legally binding.  If an employer violates any of the OSHA standards, and that violation leads to the personal injury of an...

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Workers' Compensation

How to File a Workers’ Comp Claim in Oklahoma

Sep 19, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

If you were recently injured at work, you may be wondering how to file a workers’ comp claim in Oklahoma. You have come to the right place. This article discusses the steps to take to ensure you receive the benefits you are entitled to as well as how long you have to file a workers’ comp claim. Remember, the...

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Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) in an Arkansas Workers’ Comp Claim

Aug 18, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

Under Arkansas law, when you are injured while at work, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. The purpose of these benefits is to provide monetary compensation while you recover from your injuries until you are able to return to work.  Notably, however, the benefits you may be entitled to receive could change over time as you...

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What Is A Second Injury Fund?

Aug 4, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

If you have ever filed a Workers’ Compensation claim, you may be familiar with the “Second Injury” Fund. The Second Injury Fund is a fund maintained by the State, which is subsidized by a surcharge imposed on the Employer’s Workers Compensation premiums. The purpose of the fund is to provide additional benefits to injured workers, under specific situations. Our...

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Personal Injury

Personal Injury or Workers’ Comp Claim – Which Should I File?

Jun 5, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 4 minutes

When workers get hurt on the job in Missouri or Arkansas, they face an important decision regarding their legal options for seeking compensation. Generally, there are two avenues to pursue legal action. While workers’ compensation provides immediate benefits (like medical coverage), personal injury claims allow for the pursuit of additional compensation. When choosing between a claim for workers’ comp...

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Can Surgery Increase Your Workers’ Compensation Settlement?

Mar 22, 2023 | By Wes Cottrell | Read Time: 3 minutes

The short answer is yes, surgery can increase a workers’ compensation settlement. However, surgery is just one factor that can affect the final settlement amount. Undergoing surgery has very real physical and emotional impacts. Above all, when considering whether to undergo surgery, it’s important to make the right choice for your health—not for the possible increase in payout. How...

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