After a workplace injury, your employer or their insurer might strongly suggest or even direct you to a specific doctor or clinic. You might be wondering if you really have to go where they tell you. In Maryland, the power to choose your treating physician generally...
Working from home does not take away your rights as a Maryland employee. If you sustain an injury while working remotely, you may still qualify for workers' compensation benefits. In fact, your home address does not change your legal protections as a worker. Remote...
The emergency room does not always ask how an injury happened before treating it. In the rush of a crisis, it is common for a patient to use a personal coverage card for a workplace accident. Still, workers’ compensation and private insurance follow entirely different...
You slipped on the warehouse floor you forgot to mark as wet. Now you face mounting medical bills and missed paychecks. The fear sets in: Can you still get help if the accident was your fault? This question haunts many injured Maryland workers. Fortunately, Maryland's...
Getting sick because of work can create stress and uncertainty. You may wonder if Maryland workers’ compensation covers illnesses like COVID-19. Coverage depends on whether your job caused or increased your risk of getting sick. How Maryland workers’ comp defines...
Getting a workers' compensation claim denied can feel frustrating, especially when you're dealing with medical bills and lost wages. The good news is that in Maryland, you have the right to appeal the decision. Understanding how the process works helps you take the...
The gig economy has become a significant part of today’s workforce, with many people working as independent contractors or freelancers. But what happens if a gig worker gets injured on the job? Do they have the right to workers' compensation benefits? This blog...
Work-related injuries are not always physical. Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, can develop after witnessing or experiencing traumatic events in the workplace. For some, the emotional toll may lead to significant anxiety, depression or difficulty performing...
When most people hear about a workplace injury, they likely think of something dramatic, such as a slip and fall or a burn from a hot object. However, not all injuries are instantaneous. Some injuries happen over time and can't be connected to a specific incident....
Every day, thousands of Marylanders travel between home and work. When accidents happen during your commute, knowing whether it is considered "work-related" or "personal" can significantly impact your recovery options. The "coming and going" rule basics Maryland law...