Needle Stick Work Injury: How to Protect Yourself in the Nursing Field
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Needle stick injuries aren’t just painful for healthcare workers; they’re life threatening. A needle stick injury from a used syringe or needle can carry blood-borne pathogens, infecting the victim with disease-ridden microorganisms that can cause HIV, hepatitis and other serious conditions. According to the American Nursing Association, 64 percent of nurses report being accidentally stuck …
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Richmond Power Tool Accidents and Workers’ Compensation
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Power tool accidents account for many injuries as well as many Workers’ Compensation claims filed by Richmond Workers’ Compensation attorneys. Almost all cases of power tool injuries could have been prevented with a bit of safety knowledge and common sense. They account for eight percent of industrial accidents. This sounds like a small number; however, …
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Virginia Workers’ Compensation: What to Expect at Your First Doctor’s Visit in Richmond
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Your initial visit to your Workers’ Compensation physician is an important one. This is where your Workers’ Compensation doctor will begin to document your work-related injury. Your Richmond Workers’ Compensation attorney can advise you on how best to prepare for your first visit Your Initial Examination The Workers’ Compensation doctor will give you a general …
Insurer Loopholes: Misrepresentation & Workers’ Compensation Fraud
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Unfortunately for workers suffering from job-related injuries, insurers are always looking for loopholes to reduce the amount of Virginia Workers’ Comp payouts. If there are any discrepancies on your employment application, they may make Workers’ Compensation fraud allegations and deny your claim. If you feel your case was wrongly denied, you don’t have to give …
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Documenting Your Employment Search Might Negate Workers’ Compensation Fraud Allegations
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When you’ve suffered job-related injuries and are filing a Workers’ Comp claim in Virginia, if your employer found a job for you that your doctor OKs, you must accept it, or your benefits will cease. If your claim has been denied because of any allegations of Workers’ Compensation fraud, such as willful misconduct, you can …
7 Circumstances That Require a Workers’ Comp Injury Lawyer for a Claim Settlement
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For some people, if their Workers’ Comp injury is minor, they may not need to hire a lawyer to handle their claim settlement. For others with more extensive injuries, such as those sustained in serious work-related Richmond traffic accidents, a lawyer will prove extremely helpful in settling a claim. There are several circumstances that usually …
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Seriously Injured at Work? Seek Your Richmond Attorneys
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If you need to file a Workers’ Comp claim after being injured in a work-related car accident in Virginia or any other serious workplace accident, you should reach out to Richmond attorneys through their law helpline at 1-877-755-7744. With legal guidance, you may be able to maximize your Workers’ Comp claim. If you’re apprehensive about …
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Questions to Ask Workers Comp Virginia Attorney About Work Related Injury Claims
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After you’ve been hurt on the job, you need to file a work related injury claim, and you should speak with a lawyer who can handle your Workers’ Comp case. Your attorney should be well-versed in the laws of workers’ comp in Virginia, and you should feel confident in his or her ability to protect …
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Your Virginia Workers Compensation Claim: Looking for Employment
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Although you may have an ongoing Virginia Workers Compensation claim due to the fact you were injured at work, it doesn’t mean you won’t have to look for some type of employment. A Virginia work injury compensation lawyer can explain how this works and what’s required of you. Your injury may allow for light duty …
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3 Mistakes to Avoid after a Workplace Injury in Virginia
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A Workers’ Compensation claim could get you the benefits you deserve after a workplace injury, but there are some mistakes that could crush your chances at fair compensation. For more information, speak with a Virginia work comp attorney who is ready to answer questions specific to your injury and see you through to the end …
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