Shelton Legal Blog

If you own a business in Connecticut with several employees working for you, the law requires you to get a worker's compensation insurance (WC). The insurance cover is of benefit to the employees once they get work-related injuries. When your employee receives an...

The workplace can be dangerous for so many reasons, and workers in a variety of fields have to keep an eye out for many hazards. Unfortunately, those who are struggling with fatigue due to working for too many hours or because of a demanding job may have a harder time...

Certain jobs in Connecticut can expose you to materials that are harmful to your lungs: smoke, dust, fibers, chemicals, etc. If your occupation exposes you to harmful materials, they may cause damage to your lungs that can lead to conditions such as infection, COPD,...

Being a truck driver is a tough job. It requires long hours, often alone. It is physically and mentally demanding. There are plenty of hazards along the way as well. If you are a trucker in Connecticut, you may understand all the risks that come with the job. Some of...

When most people in Connecticut think about a dangerous job, they may conjure up images of construction work or being a police officer. It is highly unlikely that the first image that comes to mind is that of a United States Postal Service letter carrier. However,...

If you have been injured during work in Connecticut and are looking into workers compensation, it is important to understand how the law in Connecticut may differ from other states. You, of course, want to be properly compensated for your injuries and want to ensure...

Sustaining an injury on the job is never easy, but it is especially hard when the injury puts you off work for a long time. Career-ending injuries are the most difficult to deal with because they leave you with no possibility of returning to work. This can be tough...

It is never a good day when you get hurt on the job, but luckily, Connecticut state law makes it so your employer most likely carries workers' compensation insurance. This insurance provides coverage for you when you get injured when performing work duties. This...

The state of Connecticut has a commission in place to facilitate the process of applying for workers’ compensation if you are injured on the job and unable to work. However, workers’ compensation benefits do not kick in automatically. In order to receive any benefits,...

In Connecticut, workers’ compensation covers most employees. It exclusively treats those who suffer injuries while on the job or those who develop an occupational disease. Workers’ compensation provides workers with coverage for medical bills, necessary treatments and...