Whether you are a nurse assisting with patient transfers, an ER tech working a 12-hour shift or a nurse responding to a crisis, a workplace injury can disrupt your life in an instant. Caring for others is vital work, but a sudden injury can quickly leave you in need...
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Workers’ Compensation
When do employees need to call a workers’ comp attorney?
Employees with on-the-job injuries may feel anxious about asserting their legal rights. They may worry about incurring costs while facing medical expenses and a drop in income. Thankfully, those who reach out to Mancini Law may benefit from a free initial...
What rights do you have after a workplace accident in Connecticut
You're halfway through your shift at a construction site when a sudden fall leaves you with a broken arm. The pain is immediate, but the worry hits harder. How will you pay your medical bills? Can you afford to miss work? Fortunately, Connecticut law protects workers...
5 most common injuries in workers’ comp claims
After a workplace injury, the priority is getting care. The next step is figuring out how to pay for it and keep income steady. Workers’ compensation is meant to help with both, but many employees hesitate because they are unsure about qualifying. The U.S. Bureau of...
Workplace injuries that lead to workers’ compensation claims
Getting hurt at work can turn your world upside down. Some injuries happen more often than others in workplaces. Learning about these common injuries helps you stay aware and know your rights if an accident occurs. Strains and sprains Your muscles and ligaments take a...
Can filing a workers’ compensation claim lead to termination?
People who get hurt at work often have questions about their rights. Most people have limited knowledge about workers' compensation benefits. They might believe inaccurate information that could affect them if they get hurt on the job. Many employees feel anxious at...
When does workers’ comp cover an employee injured in a crash?
One thing that workers are commonly confused about is whether they would be covered by workers’ compensation if they suffer injuries in a work-related vehicle crash. The short answer is that coverage generally depends on how related to their work the crash is. A...
Can workplace mistakes complicate workers’ compensation claims?
Workers’ compensation benefits limit the risk inherent in employment. Every job comes with certain safety concerns, and professionals should not have to worry about completely losing the ability to support themselves because of their employment. In cases where workers...
Workers’ comp benefits for PTSI aren’t just for first responders
In recent years, a number of states have improved access to workers’ compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress and other mental health disorders for first responders. Police, firefighters, emergency medical services (EMS) professionals and others can encounter...
What types of workers’ comp benefits does Connecticut offer?
An on-the-job injury may have many frustrating consequences. Someone hurt at work may have to leave in the middle of the day. They may miss multiple shifts while they recover. Serious injuries may make a longer leave of absence necessary. Workers may require...