Workers’ Compensation

Many professionals in Maryland know that their jobs come with a degree of risk. It only takes a small oversight for someone operating a machine press or a similar piece of heavy equipment to end up seriously injured. Most businesses in Maryland have to carry workers'...

People can get hurt on the job due to a variety of different situations. They could work with dangerous chemicals or heavy equipment. They might have to drive as part of their daily job responsibilities. They could be at risk of over-exertion or repetitive stress....

Many workers who may require benefits for a job injury are nervous about applying for them. Most companies in Maryland must provide workers' compensation coverage for their employees. Whenever workers develop job-acquired medical conditions, they can file a claim for...

Maryland's Office of Legislative Audits is a 10-member commission responsible for receiving and reviewing reports about workplace accidents, settling claims, conducting hearings, and issuing referrals to workers for rehabilitation. The group can also assess fines...

Working in a long-term care facility offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards. You get to make a real difference in the lives of residents who rely on your skills and compassion for their day-to-day needs. As rewarding as it is, the work also comes with risks...

When people think of dangerous industries or professions, jobs that are much more physical in nature, such as construction or manufacturing, top the list. Careers within the education sector are typically not thought of as dangerous or hazardous. Still, you never know...

When you work at heights, there are generally two different types of safety standards that your employer will utilize to protect workers on the job. These are known as fall protection and fall prevention systems. While these terms are often used interchangeably, there...

You’ve been working for a construction company for a while, and you haven’t thought much about the fact that your boss has labeled you as an independent contractor – until you get injured and sidelined. That’s when you find out that you’re not eligible for workers’...

If you suffer an injury at work, you may count yourself lucky if you didn’t tear a muscle or break a bone. You may even think that you got out of the incident with only minor injuries. Unfortunately, the reality is that damage to tendons and ligaments can be severe....