2016

What Is Workers' Comp and Is It Right for You?

If you plan were injured while performing duties associated with your job, then you might be interested in filing for workers’ compensation. To give you a better idea of how to do this and whether it’s the right option for you, here is an introduction to the subject: What is workers’ compensation? In the most general sense, workers’ comp is a form of insurance that will cover your medical bills and lost wages while you are unable to work.…

Three Things To Consider Before Rejecting A "Low" Settlement Offer

A common piece of advice concerning personal injury claims is not to accept a low offer. However, you shouldn’t automatically apply this advice to all injury cases. Instead, evaluate each claim individually before making a decision. In particular, you should consider these four things before rejecting a “low” offer: State Rules on Settlement Caps Some states have limits on how much compensation you can receive for specific damages. For example, many states have limits on non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, and punitive damages.…

VA Disability Denial In The Mail? Here's What Went Wrong

The Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation system has a bit of a reputation for denials and long wait times. Although the reasons for those rumors are steeped in rumors about negligence and factual examples of mistakes, the system generally delivers compensation to veterans who have legitimate disabilities. The issue is in proving that you have a legitimate, military-related disability that can be put in writing and verified by the VA. Take a look at how some claims are legitimately denied and what you can do to bring yourself closer to approval.…