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Wheeling, WV (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In West Virginia, there is a presumption that a worker’s injury was caused by intoxication if his blood is promptly tested, and his blood alcohol content exceeds a certain limit.  But […]

Austin, TX (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Figuring out where death benefits go in the case of a worker doesn't seem like a tough ask, but things can get tricky, depending on who survives. Thus, states, like Texas, […]

Harrisburg, PA (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Under Pennsylvania’s exclusive remedy rule, employees who are injured on the job are generally limited to seeking compensation through the workers’ compensation act. If the employer has workers’ compensation coverage, the […]

Louisville, KY (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In Kentucky, the average weekly wage of the state is determined by the executive director as follows: + On or before September 1 of each year, the total wages reported by […]

Los Gatos, CA (WorkersCompensation.com) – Contestants on the reality spinoff series “Squid Games: The Challenge” say they’ve suffered injuries on set.   Based on the fictional “Squid Game,” a South Korean show on Netflix that garnered […]

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the heart of the insurance and risk management community, a story of resilience, hope, and compassion unfolds, exemplified by the life of Gregory Hurst. This Giving Tuesday, we spotlight The […]

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) -- In the wake of health-related job displacement, individuals often grapple with more than just physical ailments; they face a daunting emotional and mental journey. The Kind Souls Foundation, under the adept […]

New York, NY (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Employees generally cannot collect workers’ compensation benefits if their disability preexisted their employment. But what if the worker had the injury prior to starting the job, yet the injury was […]