Spanish Speaking Work Injury Lawyer in Cleveland Ohio for Workmans Comp and Claims Against Employers for Permanent Injuries | Cleveland | Columbus | Akron | Youngstown | Dayton | Toledo | 800.309.7404 | 216.223.8004 | 614.398.3828 | 440.328.8883 | 330.974.0012
Unsafe working conditions on my job: Are there any penalties against my employer for dangerous working conditions?
Yes. In Ohio, when an employer violates regulations for safe work conditions this is known as a Violation of a Specific Safety Requirement (VSSR). The Ohio Industrial Commission has the power to determine if a Violation of a Specific Safety Requirement (VSSR) has occurred. The injured worker will get extra compensation if this happens.
My co-worker caused my injury: Can co-workers be sued for work accidents and injuries?
If the injury was caused by an accident – the answer is No. An employee who caused another employee’s injury and workers' compensation claim cannot be sued. Ohio Rev. Code §4123.741. But, if the injury was intentional (on purpose such as a fight), then yes the co-worker can be sued for assault.
I have medical bills in collections from my work accident: Is there a time limit for medical bills to be paid?
Yes, all medical bills must be filed with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation or Ohio Industrial Commission within two years of the date on which the service was given.
My employer wants me to go to their doctor for treatment: Can I choose what doctor I see for my Ohio workers compensation claim?
Yes, in Ohio Workers Comp, the employee has the right to choose his own licensed physician or chiropractor for treatment.
My doctor wants to give me injections in my back: What kinds of treatment is covered and paid for?
In Ohio Workmans Comp all medical treatment determined to be “reasonable and necessary” as a result of the injury is covered. This includes chiropractors, injections, medical doctors, specialists, surgery, physical therapy, acupuncture, MRI, XRAYS, and more. This treatment usually needs to be approved first before it can be given.
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Cleveland Workman's Comp Lawyer | Spanish Speaking | en Español | Ohio Workers Comp Benefits when hurt on the Job Cleveland, Columbus, Akron, Toledo, y Youngstown Ohio 800.309.7404 | 216.223.8004 | 614.398.3828 | 440.328.8883 | 330.974.0012
Cleveland Workman's Comp Lawyer | Spanish Speaking | en Español | Ohio Workers Comp Benefits when hurt on the Job Cleveland, Columbus, Akron, Toledo, y Youngstown Ohio 800.309.7404 | 216.223.8004 | 614.398.3828 | 440.328.8883 | 330.974.0012
Are injuries compensable when occurring during recreational and other non-work activities paid for or supported by the employer?
Usually, yes. But, benefit coverage may be "waived" by the employee if he/she signs a waiver of the their right to workers comp or benefits prior to engaging in the activity/recreation or fitness event. These waivers must be signed for each recreational activity/event and are valid for two years.
Are injuries caused by coworkers compensable?
Injuries caused by coworkers are compensable, unless the "horseplay" defense applies. Coworkers are immune from lawsuits from the injured worker if the injury is compensable.
Defenses to worker comp claims based on employee conduct:
Self-inflicted (self-harm) injury - An employee who purposefully self-inflicts an injury/harm upon himself/herself is not entitled to Ohio workers compensation.
Willful misconduct, “horseplay,” - Horseplay is a defense to a claim for Ohio workers comp benefits if the employee was the instigator of the horseplay. The innocent victim of horseplay does have a viable claim.
Drugs and/or alcohol and Ohio work injuries
When an injury occurs to an employee that was the result of intoxication from alcohol or drugs is is not compensable if the drugs and/or alcohol is the "proximate cause" of the injury (the injury/accident would not have happened "but for" the drugs and/or alcohol being present). In certain cases, an employer can administer a drug test to determine whether the employee was intoxicated/impaired at the time of the injury/accident.
http://www.ohiolawyer4you.com/cleveland-lawyer-ohio-workmans-comp.html
Are injuries compensable when occurring during recreational and other non-work activities paid for or supported by the employer?
Usually, yes. But, benefit coverage may be "waived" by the employee if he/she signs a waiver of the their right to workers comp or benefits prior to engaging in the activity/recreation or fitness event. These waivers must be signed for each recreational activity/event and are valid for two years.
Are injuries caused by coworkers compensable?
Injuries caused by coworkers are compensable, unless the "horseplay" defense applies. Coworkers are immune from lawsuits from the injured worker if the injury is compensable.
Defenses to worker comp claims based on employee conduct:
Self-inflicted (self-harm) injury - An employee who purposefully self-inflicts an injury/harm upon himself/herself is not entitled to Ohio workers compensation.
Willful misconduct, “horseplay,” - Horseplay is a defense to a claim for Ohio workers comp benefits if the employee was the instigator of the horseplay. The innocent victim of horseplay does have a viable claim.
Drugs and/or alcohol and Ohio work injuries
When an injury occurs to an employee that was the result of intoxication from alcohol or drugs is is not compensable if the drugs and/or alcohol is the "proximate cause" of the injury (the injury/accident would not have happened "but for" the drugs and/or alcohol being present). In certain cases, an employer can administer a drug test to determine whether the employee was intoxicated/impaired at the time of the injury/accident.
http://www.ohiolawyer4you.com/cleveland-lawyer-ohio-workmans-comp.html
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