Connecticut workers can be injured on the job in many circumstances. This is not limited to construction work, first responders or even those who are naturally in harm's way due to the requirements of the job. Anyone can suffer a workplace injury that makes it...
Workers’ Compensation
Firefighter injured on the job after lightning causes fire
Whether a worker in Fairfield and throughout Connecticut works in a job that has inherent dangers or is in a sedentary "safe" job, there is always a chance that there will be a workplace injury accident. This can come in many ways and afflict any area of the person's...
Can one be fired for seeking workers’ compensation?
Many Connecticut workers injured on the job might have the right to get workers' compensation benefits, but are afraid to because there was an implied or direct threat to their job, if they did so. For workers who are facing this type of situation, it is important to...
What reimbursement does workers’ compensation provide?
While injured workers in Connecticut who are eligible for workers' compensation benefits should be aware that their coverage will include medical expenses, lost time at work and other obvious costs, there are some coverable expenses that they should also know about....
Workers’ compensation and exams from different doctors
Connecticut workers who are injured on the job might be eligible to receive workers' compensation. It is important, however, to remember that there are certain rules that the state has in place to ensure those who should be getting benefits are receiving them. Part of...
What is discretionary wage differential in workers’ compensation?
For Connecticut workers who are injured on the job, there are many issues that are covered by workers' compensation benefits. That includes the worker being paid, getting medical treatment and more. However, some workers will maximize their benefits, be able to get...
Printing press worker injured on the job when caught in machine
Connecticut workers who are around machinery will be in constant danger of being injured on the job. Cuts, bruises, broken bones, a crush injury, head injuries and more can come about with these incidents. Many might associate these occurrences with factories or...
What if there is retaliation for a workers’ compensation filing?
When a Connecticut worker is injured on the job, workers' compensation benefits can provide for medical care, lost time on the job and more. If the worker is covered by workers' compensation, there should not be an issue with the employer retaliating against the...
How does workers’ compensation address disfigurement and scars?
For Connecticut workers who are injured on the job, some of the injuries they suffer will go beyond broken bones, torn ligaments, back injuries and similar issues. Some will be disfigured or scarred and have the aftereffects of the accident or condition marked on...
What is an Informal Hearing for workers’ compensation?
Connecticut workers who are injured on the job or suffer an issue that prevents them from working can seek workers' compensation benefits. Often, these cases are undisputed and there is no hindrance to the worker receiving workers' compensation. However, there are...