Workers’ Compensation

When thinking of workers' compensation, most people will consider the benefits as medical expenses coverage and lost wage payments. However, the benefits of this program are more expansive than just those two points. The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission...

Suffering an injury at work can be costly. Not only do you have medical expenses, but also you will lose wages. You may not be able to return to work for some time, or if you do, you may have ongoing medical care that requires taking time off. In any case, you will...

Workers' compensation is an insurance that your employer carries, but it operates within a system run by the state. The state makes rules and regulations for the implementation of benefits. The state also mandates which employers must carry the insurance, along with...

When you climb on a scaffold during the work day, you may marvel at how high off the ground you are. However, when there are issues with the assembly of the platform or your coworkers break safety rules, you could fall down. Dealing with particular injuries that...

Delivery truck drivers often work long, demanding hours on a tight schedule. In addition to dealing with potentially hazardous traffic and road conditions, drivers may need to handle heavy, awkward cargo on a routine basis. Unfortunately, the nature of the job also...

As the number of Connecticut consumers making purchases online continues to grow, so, too, do the demands placed on today’s warehouse workforce. Many warehouse workers are working long, difficult shifts that place a considerable strain on their bodies already. Some...

When you work in certain types of professional roles in Connecticut, you face an elevated chance of developing work-related carpal tunnel. Carpal tunnel is the most common repetitive motion injury suffered by American workers. Today’s employers spend a hefty sum on...

First responders may apply for workers’ comp benefits after experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. As described on the CT.gov website, Connecticut's Workers’ Compensation Act notes that witnessing traumatic events while acting “in the line of duty”...

If you get injured at work, like others, you will likely rely on your employer’s workers’ compensation coverage. Through these benefits, you may receive support such as coverage of your related medical expenses and partial wage replacement. Although most work-related...

A significant work accident or illness can have major consequences. In addition to preventing you from earning a living, you may receive exorbitant medical bills to treat the effects of the injury. Because the financial implications of a work injury can be severe,...