Best Workers Compensation Lawyer Ranking!
The 2021 U.S. News “Best Law Firms” publication will include our own Tom Martin in its 11th annual Edition. (more…)
Thomas F. Martin Recognized by Orange Coast Magazine as Top Attorney in Orange County
If you are facing a criminal charge, no matter how minor, you should talk to a defense attorney to fully understand your case. A consultation with an experienced attorney will help you to understand the charges placed against you, the defenses available, what if any plea bargains may be offered to you, and what you should do if you are convicted.
Repetitive Stress Injuries And The Workers That Get Them
Repetitive stress (or strain) injuries, or RSIs, are the most common occupational health problem in the United States; they cost more than $20 billion a year in workers’ compensation claims. And while outdoor workers typically have a higher risk of accidental injury (logging is one of the most dangerous jobs in the country), many white-collar occupations expose people to traumatic repetitive movements that could lead to nerve or musculoskeletal damage. Here are a few RSIs and the jobs that might increase your risk of experiencing them. (more…)
The Dynamics Of A Workers’ Compensation Claim
In an ideal world, all employers will want only the best for their employees. If a worker gets hurt while performing on-the-job duties, the injured worker should get the workers’ compensation benefits they deserve. (more…)
Federal Government May Get More Involved With Workers’ Comp Claims
According to the United States Department of Labor (DOL), workers’ comp laws across the country could be in for a big change down the road. Currently, most workers’ compensation programs are run at a state-level but talks of developing legislation could potentially add massive federal government oversight. Many organizations, including the popular National Public Radio (NPR), have expressed concern that this would likely lead to a trend of weakening compensation benefits and laws as a whole; other groups with the same sentiment include insurance companies and small-scale employers. (more…)
What Should You Do If Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied?
After a workplace injury workers’ compensation benefits may be the only wage replacement benefits available. If your claim is denied by the insurance company, both medical treatment and wage replacement benefits will be denied as well. (more…)
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