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Posted by Erin Gallivan | Workers Comp Benefits
Soft tissue injuries are some of the most common with workers’ compensation. Stress, overexertion, and repetitive motions can injure muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Workers can feel sharp pain and experience swelling after suffering an on-the-job injury. Contact our law firm to discuss whether you can submit a claim for a soft tissue injury. AVermont workers’ …
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Tags: workerscompclaim, workerscompensationlaws, workerscompinvermont, workerscomplawyer, workerscomprightsPosted by niftyadmin | Workers Comp Cases
In Vermont, all employers are required to purchase and carryworkers’ compensation insurance. This type of coverage has benefits for both employers and employees. Employees can have the confidence that they will receive the benefits they need for their medical expenses and lost income. Employers can find relief in the fact that workers must go through …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, vermontworkscomp, workerscompbenefits, workerscompclaim, workerscompensationlawsPosted by Erin Gallivan | Workers Comp Cases
In the ideal world, injured workers would quickly receive workers’ compensation benefits to help them pay for medical care and other expenses when they cannot work. They would also continue to receive benefits for as long as necessary, without any pressure to get back to work despite their pain. Unfortunately, the state of Vermont is …
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Tags: helpwithworkerscomp, Larson & Gallivan Law, workerscompclaim, workerscomplawyerPosted by Erin Gallivan | Workers Comp Benefits
Many workplaces have dangerous chemicals that a worker can inhale or absorb through their skin. These toxic chemicals may lead to serious diseases and illnesses.. The Vermont workers’ compensation system exists to help workers injured on the job. Fortunately, a toxic exposure at work will usually qualify for compensation. Larson & Gallivan Law stands ready …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, workerscompbenefits, workerscompclaim, workerscompensationlawsPosted by Tristan Larson | Workers Comp Benefits
Many Vermont industries rely on seasonal workers to fill critical worker shortages during parts of the year. Many are hired to work on farms during the summer and fall, or they work in the tourist industry. Vermont is a destination for skiers and those enjoying the snow, so seasonal employment opportunities are as plentiful in …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, vermontworkscomp, workerscompbenefits, workerscompclaimPosted by Tristan Larson | Workers Comp Benefits, Workers Comp Cases, Workers Comp Rights
The short answer is yes (sort of). How come? Because there is nothing in workers compensation law, which requires an employer to keep on an employee who cannot do the job because of a work-related injury, even if that injury was caused by work. So if your employer lets you go because you cannot work, …
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Tags: firedfromwork, vermontworkerscomp, workerscompbenefits, workerscompclaim, workerscompinsurance, workerscomplawyerPosted by Tristan Larson | Workers Comp Benefits
I’m often asked if you really need to hire a worker’s comp lawyer. The truth is, you can represent yourself in a workers compensation claim. But it’s best to go in prepared. If you do choose to represent yourself, I recommend you do a lot of research to make sure you understand your rights and …
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