Employer Negligence Can Mean Life or Death
One of the fundamental rights of all workers is safety in the workplace. Employers are responsible for guaranteeing a safe environment for workers where they can perform their duties without affecting their physical or mental health. In the following note, we will see how employers’ negligence can put the health and well-being of their employees […]
Workers’ Compensation for Undocumented Workers
The workers’ compensation system is a right designed to help and provide benefits to workers regardless of their immigration status. Both citizens and documented or undocumented foreigners can access it. Barriers and misinformation First, we must define what workers’ compensation is. It is an insurance system that benefits employees who suffer accidents, injuries, or illnesses […]
Options After Your Employer Denies Workers’ Compensation
Let’s begin by acknowledging the stress and fear a person experiences after suffering a work-related injury or illness. The evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment process can be complicated, lengthy, and costly, generating a lot of concern and stress. However, the situation becomes even more challenging when the employer denies the worker’s compensation request, leaving you unsure […]
