Blog: Workers' Compensation

How Long Can You Stay on Workers’ Compensation in Maryland?

Mar 31, 2025

Dealing with a Understanding Maryland Workers’ Compensation Laws Maryland’s workers’ compensation laws are designed to protect employees who sustain injuries or illnesses in the workplace. These laws ensure that workers receive financial assistance for medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation. However, the duration of these benefits varies depending on several factors, including the severity of the injury and the type of benefits awarded. Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Temporary Total Disability (TTD): Temporary Partial...

Denied Workers’ Comp Claim? Steps to Take in Maryland

Jan 15, 2025

Suffering a This guide outlines the steps to take after a denied workers’ comp claim, explains common reasons for denial, and highlights the importance of hiring an experienced workers’ comp lawyer to help you secure the benefits you need on your road to recovery. Understanding Workers’ Compensation in Maryland Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance system generally mandated for most Maryland employers who have at least one employee. It provides benefits to employees injured...

How Bankruptcy Can Provide a Fresh Financial Start for Maryland Families

Dec 26, 2024

Navigating financial challenges can be overwhelming for Maryland families, but bankruptcy can be a practical solution to reset and rebuild. This comprehensive guide explores how filing for bankruptcy can alleviate financial stress, the types of Understanding Bankruptcy: A Legal Path to Relief Bankruptcy is not a failure—it's a fresh start provided under federal law to help individuals manage or eliminate overwhelming debt. For Maryland families, bankruptcy offers protection from creditor harassment, wage garnishment, and...

Recent changes in Maryland's workers' compensation regulations

Sep 30, 2024

As an employee, you may be pleased to discover that Maryland has passed three new laws to help you offset your medical bills for injuries you sustained at work. These changes aim to improve employee protections and increase employer compliance. Amending regulations for hearing loss claims Effective October 1, 2024, HB0669/SB0843 will make the following changes: Increases the frequency assessment threshold from 3,000 Hz to 4,000 Hz. Exempts employers from hearing loss claims for employees...

Injured on the Job: Understanding Your Rights and How to File a Construction Accident Claim in Maryland

Sep 21, 2024

Construction sites are inherently dangerous, with workers constantly exposed to heavy machinery, elevated workspaces, and hazardous materials. Unfortunately, This blog will guide you through the process of filing a claim, the common causes of construction site injuries, and how a Construction Accidents in the U.S.: Alarming Statistics Construction accidents are more common than many people realize. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one in five worker fatalities in the U.S...

Understanding Workers’ Compensation for Repetitive Stress Injuries in Maryland: What You Need to Know

Aug 20, 2024

Workers’ compensation If you’ve suffered an RSI in Maryland, understanding how to file a workers’ compensation claim and the challenges involved is crucial for securing the benefits you deserve. What Are Repetitive Stress Injuries? Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) are a type of musculoskeletal disorder caused by repetitive movements, overuse, or sustained pressure on certain body parts. Unlike acute injuries that occur suddenly, RSIs develop gradually and can cause chronic pain, discomfort, and functional limitations. Common...

You can seek relief after the tragic loss of a loved one

Jul 31, 2024

When a loved one goes to work every morning, you expect them to come home by the end of the day. So when, instead of a call from them, you hear that they passed away while at work, it can be a devastating blow. In this deeply emotional time, death benefits may be available to help after the loss. In Maryland, Financial support during a difficult period Eligible individuals are the...

Protecting Your Rights: 7 Essential Steps for Maryland Workers After a Workplace Injury

Jul 31, 2024

Work injuries Understanding Workers' Compensation in Maryland What is Workers’ Compensation? Maryland’s workers' compensation system Why Workers' Compensation Matters Workers' compensation creates a no-fault safety net that benefits both employees and employers. It allows injured workers to receive necessary care and financial support without needing to prove fault, while employers avoid direct lawsuits. This balanced approach helps workers recover and return to their jobs without the added stress of litigation. Common Workplace Injuries in Maryland...

Black lung: Can workers’ compensation cover it?

Jul 8, 2024

Coal may have a reputation as an outdated fossil fuel, but it remains a heavily used source of heat for industries such as concrete and paper. To serve these industries, many mines across America continue to excavate coal, such as those in Maryland. However, coal workers face a health hazard through their work: pneumoconiosis. Also known as “black lung disease,” it’s caused by inhaling coal dust particles. What is black lung? Black...

Injured at Work in Maryland? Here's What to Do Next

Jun 27, 2024

Suffering an injury at work can be traumatic and overwhelming. The physical pain, emotional distress, and uncertainty about the future can leave you feeling lost. At Prioritize Your Health and Safety Your health and safety should be your top priorities following any workplace injury. If the injury is severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For less urgent injuries, report to your employer's designated healthcare provider if applicable. Key Actions Seek...