Workers’ compensation benefits are available to anyone who suffers a work-related injury as long as their employer has purchased workers’ comp protection coverage. However, the amount of benefits and how long you can continue receiving them will depend on how your disability is rated. One of the most common types of benefits available is temporary …
On-the-job work injuries happen far more frequently than you might have expected. Some types of industries are more dangerous to work in than others, but nearly any kind of job has the potential to cause catastrophic or life-threatening injuries and damages. Thankfully, South Carolina requires nearly every employer to provide their employees with workers’ compensation …
Accidents, injuries, and illnesses can happen at any workplace, regardless of the employer’s safety measures and precautions. In such cases, employees are entitled to compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and other related costs. Workers’ compensation and disability benefits are two types of compensation available for employees who have suffered an injury or illness. Workers’ …
Car accidents can be devastating, resulting in serious injuries and sometimes even death. However, airbags can prevent or reduce the severity of injuries sustained in a car accident. Airbags are designed to deploy during an impact and cushion the driver and passengers. While airbags are a vital safety feature, their deployment can also have legal …
If a loved one dies due to someone else’s negligence in South Carolina, you have up to three years to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Per South Carolina’s statute of limitations for wrongful death claims, you have three years from the date of your loved one’s death to pursue damages. If you wait more than …
Children are often more susceptible to injuries due to their natural curiosity and lack of experience. Parents and guardians need to understand their legal rights and options. The statute of limitations in South Carolina for child injury cases differs from those involving adults. Let us look at the child injury statute of limitations in South …
When a child gets hurt in an accident, it can be a traumatic and challenging experience for the entire family. You may be overwhelmed with worry about your child’s well-being and future. Moreover, you may be grappling with the complexities of the legal system in South Carolina when seeking compensation for your child’s injuries. This …
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a severe injury that happens when a person suffers a hard impact to the head. TBIs can seriously disrupt normal brain function, such as by decreasing cognitive ability. A TBI can be spotted by looking at its symptoms. The symptoms of a TBI vary based on how severe the …
Workers’ compensation is insurance that benefits employees who have been injured on the job or have developed an occupational disease. These benefits include medical treatment, lost wages, and vocational rehabilitation services. Vocational rehabilitation is a process that helps injured workers return to work or find new employment that is suitable for their abilities and limitations. …
It is more common than you might think for insurance companies to deny work injury victims the benefits they deserve. Fortunately, with help from an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer, you can get help dealing with the insurance company. You can take several steps when workers’ comp does not sufficiently meet your needs. Here is more …
