Workman’s comp, also known as worker’s comp, is a set of federal and state-specific laws that provide protection when you get hurt or disabled on the job due to workplace safety issues or occupational tasks. On the other hand, an employer’s liability insurance pays for the legal expenses (such as hiring a lawyer to handle claims for the employer) when an injured worker blames the employer for work-related injury and sues the employer for negligence. Most states require employers to carry ... [Read More]
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Most Common Workers’ Comp Claim Injuries
Despite the safety recommendations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and appropriate precautionary measures taken by employers and employees alike, workplace injuries still occur. In fact, according to the National Safety Council (NSC), one worker gets hurt on the job every seven seconds, and this equates to approximately seven million workplace injuries per year. Fortunately, workers’ compensation is available to employees. This is a no-fault, ... [Read More]
All You Need To Know About Workers Compensation
When you’re injured on the job or have a medical condition related to your employment duties, you want information about recovery, return to work, and, of course, workers’ compensation. At Endeavor Physical Therapy & Wellness in Manor, TX, you’ll receive guidance every step of the way, so you safely return to work at the right time. Let’s learn more about how workers’ compensation can help when you get injured on the job. What is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ compensation is a set of ... [Read More]
Physical Therapy and Workers’ Comp for Workplace Injuries
According to the CDC, over a million people take time off from work annually to recover from workplace injuries. This goes to show that no matter how safe and secure a workplace may seem to be, the risk of accidents and injuries still looms ahead. Fortunately, workers’ comp covers some, if not most, of the treatments you’ll need to address an injury and get you functioning effectively again. Here at Endeavor Physical Therapy & Wellness, we offer physical therapy for a vast variety of ... [Read More]
