Workers' Compensation Archives

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Does Your Repetitive Stress Injury Qualify for Workers’ Comp?

March 28, 2025

The Short Answer: Workers’ compensation covers repetitive stress injuries if they are directly caused by work-related tasks. However, proving that your injury is job-related can...

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Massachusetts Workers’ Comp Death Benefit Guide

March 14, 2025

Workers’ comp death benefits provide financial assistance to surviving dependents when a worker dies due to a job-related accident or illness. These benefits are designed...

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Carpal Tunnel & Workers’ Comp Benefits: What You Should Know

February 25, 2025

If your carpal tunnel syndrome is directly caused by work-related repetitive motions or injuries, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. A workers’ comp...

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8 Questions To Ask a Workers’ Comp Lawyer

January 14, 2025

When hiring a workers’ comp lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure you get the best representation. You’ll want to understand the...

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How Much Does a Workers’ Comp Lawyer Cost in Massachusetts?

January 8, 2025

The Short Answer: Workers’ compensation lawyers in Massachusetts are not paid hourly but instead work on a contingency fee basis, meaning their payment is a...

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What Is the Average Workers’ Comp Settlement for Surgery?

December 18, 2024

Every workers’ comp case is unique, which makes it tricky to say what the “average” workers’ comp settlement for surgery is. The amount depends on...

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How Long Does an Employee Have To Report an Injury in Massachusetts?

December 17, 2024

There are several workers’ comp time limits to keep in mind when dealing with work-related injuries in Massachusetts, each serving a specific purpose in the...

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When To Get a Lawyer for a Work Injury

December 2, 2024

Workplace injuries can take many forms, ranging from physical harm, such as falls or machinery accidents, to long-term illnesses caused by hazardous work environments. These...

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How To File a Workers’ Comp Claim in Massachusetts

November 25, 2024

Obtaining benefits after a work injury may be daunting, but knowing how to file a workers comp claim step by step can make all the...

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How Much Does Workers’ Comp Pay?

November 18, 2024

If you’ve been injured on the job, one of your biggest concerns is likely, “How much does workers’ comp pay?” In Massachusetts, workers’ comp provides...