Although you could lose your job while you’re on workers’ comp leave, your employer cannot fire you solely because you filed a workers’ compensation benefits claim. This is called retaliation, and it's illegal. It’s not unusual to have concerns about losing a job after filing a workers’ comp...
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How Long After a Car Accident Can You Claim Injury?
Car accidents happen daily, injuring around 3 million people every year in the U.S. and causing thousands of fatalities. How long after a car accident can you claim injury? The statute of limitations differs depending on the state where the accident happened, and you must adhere to the laws in that...
Read MoreCan You Get Fired for Crashing a Company Car?
Access to a company car can be a great perk, but it also comes with added responsibility. If you get in an accident while driving your company vehicle, you may worry about who will pay the bills and whether you might lose your job because of it. Can you get fired for...
Read MoreHow Long Do You Have To Sue for Misdiagnosis?
A misdiagnosis has the potential to be one of the most harmful examples of medical malpractice as it can result in the patient receiving the wrong treatment and medication, leaving the original condition untreated, or causing new issues entirely. The negative impact of a misdiagnosis might not even be apparent until much...
Read MoreWhat To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
Falls are some of the most common reasons for U.S. hospital emergency room visits. Even seemingly small incidents can cause serious injuries that have long-lasting effects. In some circumstances, you can seek compensation for injuries you sustain. If you fall somewhere other than in your own home, you should...
Read More3 Washington, D.C., Bike Laws You Should Know
If you own a bicycle, you most likely enjoy riding it whenever and wherever you can. Knowing the Washington, D.C., metro area’s bike laws can help you ride safely. You can’t, however, remain certain that everyone else knows or follows all the D.C. bike laws. If someone causes...
Read MoreWho’s Responsible? Truck Accident Liability in Washington DC
Big trucks play a necessary part in America, transporting goods to the other side of town or across the country. As much as we appreciate the trucking industry for the vital services performed, the fact remains that truck accidents can be deadly. Can you obtain compensation for injuries after a collision? Truck...
Read MoreWhat Happens to Medical Bills When Workers’ Comp Is Denied?
More than 2.8 million Americans sustained a work-related injury or illness in 2022. Washington, D.C., area employers must provide workers' compensation coverage to protect workers. However, employers or their insurance companies sometimes refuse to pay claims, leaving injured workers scrambling to pay the bills. What happens to medical bills when workers'...
Read MoreCan I Sue My Employer for Negligence?
Workplace accidents are unfortunately common, and many lines of work are especially conducive to catastrophic accidents that lead to devastating injuries. If you experience a grievous workplace injury through no fault of your own, you might understandably wonder, can you sue your employer for negligence? There are an average...
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Types of Crane Accidents?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2023 noted that crane-related accidents caused an average of 42 deaths per year during a seven-year period. A heightened worksite awareness of what the most common types of crane accidents are, however, could help prevent injuries and fatalities. The attorney...
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