Workers compensation

Employees who get sick or hurt in the workplace may qualify for workers compensation benefits. While state law governs most workers’ comp claims, federal employees must follow a different process to secure workman’s comp. Learn key differences and steps to apply here.

Workers Compensation Benefits By State

Workers Compensation Benefits Guide: Which States Have the Best Workers Compensation Programs?

Ever wondered how employee-friendly your state happens to be? You probably never gave it much … Read more

Workers’ Comp vs. Injury Attorney: What’s the Difference?

Ever wondered why you can’t go to just any lawyer no matter what type of … Read more

How to Calculate Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits Amount

Important: We updated this article in February 2023 so all info below is both current … Read more

Workers’ Compensation Frequently Asked Questions

Many people aren’t sure whether or not they may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if … Read more

Workers’ Rights: Answering Your COVID-19 FAQs

We’ve gotten a significant number of questions from workers whose jobs were affected by the … Read more

My Work Injury Got Worse Despite My Job Restrictions. Should I Quit?

We recently got a workers’ compensation question from a reader named Kelsie. In her email, … Read more

Your Guide to Federal Workers Compensation Benefits

State law determines how most people who get injured or sick at work apply and … Read more

Wrongful Termination Protections In Workers’ Comp Retaliation Cases

Taking time off to recover from your workplace injury or illness is one thing. But … Read more

How Maximum Medical Improvement Can Affect Workers’ Comp

When you’re hurt on the job, it can take months or years to recover. However, … Read more

Workers’ Compensation Legal Fees: How Much Will You Pay?

If you’re injured or get sick on the job, a workers’ comp lawyer can get … Read more