Archives : Workers’ Comp
Can I Get Fired for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
It’s probably the most common question we get asked in our workers’ compensation practice. Can I get fired for filing the claim? Can I lose my job? It’s Against Public Policy to Fire You for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim and it is Actionable You cannot be fired for filing a workers’ compensation claim in […]
Workers’ Compensation and Injury Cases in August
Warnken, LLC completed five workers’ compensation cases in August. No two cases are ever the same, and getting good results in one case doesn’t mean it will be the same in another. This is true even if the injured body part is the exact same. But we do want to give you an idea of […]
Malingerers Everywhere! How Do We Deal with all the Fakers?
At Warnken, LLC, we have so many people calling us for help in workers’ compensation that I often need other people to answer the phone and have the first conversations with our potential clients. It’s a good problem to have from a selfish standpoint. We have a lot of clients. However, I’m so passionate about […]
July 2014 Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury Cases
In July, Warnken, LLC recovered $132,127 for injured workers in Maryland. Though no two cases are the same, and past successes on behalf of clients do not necessarily mean success in your case, we take pride in representing workers’ compensation clients with passion and zeal. See more about our workers’ compensation practice. Please call us […]
10 Facts about Workplace Safety
Workplaces are much safer since the 1970 Occupational Safety and Health Act, which promised workers the right to a safe job. Despite the significant improvement in workplace rules and regulations, too many workers are still at serious risk of on-the-job injury, illness, and even death. Here are 10 facts to consider about America’s workers based […]
June 2014 Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Cases
Injury: Back Body Part: Back Amount: $59,649.17 Claimant sustained an injury to his back and had one doctor’s visit. Within months, claimant sustained subsequent injury to his back, which was treated with conservative treatment and injections. The Commission determined that both were compensable injuries and Claimant was entitled to recover for both claims. Injury: […]
American Workers’ Compensation – A System to Be Grateful For?
When a worker is injured, becomes ill or is killed as a result of work, that person is eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. These programs are run by the states, and each state has their own laws regarding compensation levels and procedures. However, this right is not enjoyed worldwide. Countries with less protection look very […]
Warnken, LLC Obtained More than $600,000 for Injured Workers in May
$609,887.41 to be exact. Warnken, LLC’s Workers’ Compensation Cases Completed in May… Injury: Back Injury Body Part: Back Amount: $10,000.00 Claimant originally received a PPD award in the amount of $23,025.00. Thereafter, the injured worker decided to settle the claim with the insurer because of a move out of state. Injury: Left shoulder labral […]
The Fear of an Injured Worker
Yesterday, I spoke to an individual who had broken his arm at work. It had happened years ago and he had never filed a workers comp claim. Through a strange set of facts, it’s possible he never notified his employer of the injury. I asked him why he hadn’t filed the claim. He said it […]
Dear Experienced Comp Attorney,
Dear Experienced Comp Attorney, Thank you for your insightful message on our Maryland workers’ compensation calculator today. You said: “Your calculator for valuing a claim has got to be the dumbest thing I have ever seen.” If I may be so bold, please allow me to comment. The dumbest thing you have ever seen? Really? […]