Articles Posted in Workers' Compensation

A construction fall arrest can be deadly without release
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

If you are an active catch-and-release angler for Maryland striped bass, you may be aware of the cautions that the state’s Department of Natural Resources issue regarding the pastime. While lauding the conscientiousness of the practice, the DNR notes that “any capture event is stressful.” And so, officials urge, “careful and quick” revival and return…

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What should you do if your workers’ comp claim is denied?
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

After going through the trouble of filing a workers’ compensation claim, your claim may be denied for any number of reasons. It can be a stressful, frustrating process but you have the right to appeal. Workers’ compensation claims are often denied for simple mistakes on forms or because the employer denies fault over certain details…

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Contractor misclassification barring you from workers’ comp?
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

Employees and independent contractors are treated differently under the law-and entitled to very different rights and benefits. An independent contractor is not eligible for workers’ compensation, overtime pay, paid time off or employer-subsidized healthcare. Therefore, hiring independent contractors instead of employees can represent significant financial advantages for an employer. Often times, employers will try to…

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Does workers’ compensation increase risk of an opioid addiction?
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

A recent study has found that the opioid epidemic is greatly affecting Maryland employees who are receiving workers’ compensation. Nearly one third of Maryland employees who were prescribed opioids while out on workers’ compensation filled the prescription more than 90 days from the date of injury. The study sites that 90 days of opioid use…

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What benefits can injured Maryland workers receive?
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

A workplace injury can deeply impact a person. Given this, Maryland’s workers’ comp system can be very important for people in the state who have been hurt while working. Under this system, people who have suffered a qualifying work injury can be entitled to benefits which can help with recovering from an injury and coping…

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War zone wounds: Work injuries for defense contractors
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

Annapolis is home of the U.S. Naval Academy. The entire Washington, D.C., region is a hub for the defense contracting industry. The deliverables those companies provide to U.S. activities around the world run the gamut from general services, supplies, construction and private security. According to some recent data, the number of U.S. contract employees in…

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Maryland deputy’s family may lose workers’ compensation benefits
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

Defending and protecting the innocent and upholding the law is a serious job that puts the life of a law enforcement officer at risk on a daily basis. Maryland police officers understand the risk and continue to provide countless services to the community. Should a deputy become injured or die in the line of duty,…

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Workers’ compensation death benefits for Maryland families
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

Most companies have in place guidelines and procedures to help ensure employees remain safe at work. Laws in Maryland and all other states dictate that employers maintain a certain level of training and perform periodic equipment inspections to help avoid on-the-job injuries. Nevertheless, accidents can and still do occur. To protect Maryland workers, the workers’…

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Workers’ compensation helps Maryland employees injured on the job
Law Offices of Joel L. Katz, LLC Team

Safety in the Maryland workplace has improved dramatically, especially since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration was set in place. Across the nation, employers have implemented new safety standards and training procedures according to the guidelines set forth by OSHA to help ensure the workplace is safe for their employees. Should an employee become injured…

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