Commonly Used Acronyms in Worker's Compensation.Every profession or organization has certain phrases or acronyms they use on a daily basis that, to the layperson, mean very little and may only serve to add confusion to an already difficult process. The legal...
Truckers Helping Injured Truckers
If you are a truck driver who has been injured on the job, who better to turn to for help getting workers' compensation benefits than a former trucker who knows the trucking industry inside and out? At , our team of attorneys is led by...
You May Need a Lawyer If…
Think you don't need an injury attorney? These three types of personal injury cases, and the startling facts that accompany them, may make you think otherwise.Workplace Injuries: In 2013, there were about 3,007,300 workplace injuries reported in the United States,...
What is Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Law?
The Nebraska workers' compensation system includes a dedicated court, and Nebraska is one of the only states to have this avenue for injured workers.Before workers' compensation was an option in Nebraska, injured workers could only sue their employers under tort law...
Workplace Hazards
National Safety Council consultants identify what they see repeatedly when auditing work-sites.Hazards frequently identified by the consultants include tasks related to working at height, chemicals, housekeeping, electrical, forklifts, lockout/tagout and confined...