Suffering an injury at work can be devastating. You’re left unable to work while you recover from your injuries. Having your workers’ compensation claim denied can tremendously add to the stress you already feel about not being able to work and earn an income. However, even if your claim is denied, you still have the right to...
Getting hurt at work can be one of the most frightening experiences to endure because such injuries can cause significant uncertainty and doubt. However, it’s important to note that your employer cannot lawfully fire you because of your injuries. In the workplace, certain injuries are more common than others. Below, we’ve outlined the three most common injuries...
Getting injured at work can be a very frightening and worrisome situation to endure. You will likely have several questions flooding your mind, such as: How will I pay for my medical bills? How will I continue earning an income while I cannot work? How will I pay for my daily living expenses? Luckily, you...
Most employers are required to provide workers’ compensation insurance benefits to employees, but not all must do so. Here are five reasons why Arkansas workers’ compensation insurance may not cover you: #1 – You are one of just two employees. Most employers with three or more employees must provide workers’ compensation insurance coverage. However, there...
Congratulations to our own Matt Ketcham for the victory in his appeal to the Arkansas Court of Appeals, effectively changing the law in Arkansas for the benefit of the hardworking people of our state. On behalf of his client, attorney Ketcham brought a workers’ compensation claim against the employer alleging that she sustained a compensable...
In Arkansas, you can file a workers’ compensation claim anytime within two years after you initially discover an injury or seek treatment for an illness that was a direct result of your work activity or working conditions. While you do need to file your claim as quickly as possible, it is also imperative that you do so correctly because an improper...
