What can I do if I believe my employer will punish me for filing a workers’ compensation claim? It is illegal for employers to terminate or penalize you for filing a claim. But unfortunately, it happens. To protect yourself it’s important to document everything as fully as possible. You should save all paperwork related to…
Does Every Employer have to carry Workers’ Compensation Insurance? No. State law generally provides exceptions for very small companies. In addition, self-employed people and independent contractors are generally not covered under Workers’ Compensation law. Federal employees are covered under the federal Workers’ Compensation system. But for employers that are legally required to carry insurance, failure…
What if my employer does not carry Workers’ Compensation insurance? You may still be able to collect compensation for your injury, but it depends on the circumstances. If the employer was at fault for the injury, you can consider suing your employer. You should talk to an experienced attorney for more information about this. If…
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Olivia Winston
