Workers’ compensation rules can be tricky. What happens if you were injured on the job and then laid off? When an employee is injured while performing their work duties, they can receive workers’ compensation benefits under Oklahoma law. But what if you suffer a workplace injury, inform your supervisor, and are subsequently terminated? Well, that …
Should I Call My WC Attorney After All of My Doctor’s Appointments?
Consult with an Oklahoma workers’ comp lawyer early and often Getting proper medical care is a priority after any accident, and this is certainly true for employees who are hurt on the job. The nature of the treatment will vary, and the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC) reports an array of injuries related to the …
State Approves Workers’ Comp Loss Costs Decrease
Even though there may be less money in the workers’ compensation system, job injury victims are still entitled to substantial benefits. A drop in the average workers’ compensation claim amount probably means lower insurance premiums as well, which makes less money available for job injury victims. Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready approved a 5.1 percent decrease. He expects …
