Massachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Award of Full Benefits for Injured Construction Worker Based on Improper Vocational Analysis
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
One of the key steps in any workers’ compensation claim is determining whether you are able to return to work and the level of work that you are able to perform. This is known as a vocational analysis. If you are not able to return to the same level of work that you performed prior to your injury, you may be able to perform some type of light-duty work. This will then offset any benefit payments that you receive. In some instances, a judge may improperly conclude that your ability to work is much higher than it actually is. This can wreak havoc on your ability to receive the financial support ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Reassigns Workers’ Compensation Claim to New Judge After Finding of Impartiality
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
One of the hallmarks of the American justice system is receiving a fair and unbiased trial. It can be incredibly frustrating to feel like the judge presiding over your case is not following the rules or acting in an unbiased manner. On top of figuring out how to navigate the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system, you may have to take steps to correct any bias or impartial conduct from the judge assigned to your case. One way to protect yourself and to make sure that your case is being handled properly is to work with one of our Boston work injury lawyers. Contact us now to learn more abou ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Benefits for Injured Worker Due To Lower Court’s Mistake Regarding Additional Evidence
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
If you are hurt at work, it is important to make sure that you get the full amount of benefits that you deserve to cover your expenses and missed wages. The first step to receiving this compensation is to file a claim with the workers’ compensation system in Massachusetts. This process can become complex and overwhelming for people who are new to the system or who are dealing with debilitating injuries. One way to protect yourself and to ensure that you are treated fairly in your claim is to work with a Boston workers’ compensation lawyer. At Mass Injury Group, we are prepared to evaluate your ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Overturns Rejection of Benefits for Shoulder Injury Based on Pre-Existing Injury Doctrine
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
If you get hurt while you are working, you can file a workers’ compensation claim to receive benefits for your lost wages and reimbursements for your medical expenses. The claims process can be overwhelming and stressful for some injury victims, especially if they are dealing with painful injuries and major disruptions in their lives. The more complicated your injuries are, the more complicated your claim may be, too. And if you suffer from any pre-existing injuries the insurance companies may try to claim that you are not eligible for benefits because your work injury is not the primary cause ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Denial of Benefits For Injury That Happened While Driving Home From Work
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
The workers’ compensation system in Massachusetts is designed to provide benefits to workers who are injured on the job but what about situations where the employee is traveling to and from work? This is a legal issue that comes up frequently in workers’ compensation claims. Sometimes, an insurance company may even try to deny your claim on the basis that you were injured during a time when you were not technically working. One way to protect yourself and to ensure that you get the full amount of benefits that you deserve is to work with a Boston work injury lawyer. At Mass Injury Group, we wi ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Denial of Surgery for Worker With Injured Shoulder
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
There are varying degrees of injuries that can happen at work. While some are relatively minor and will heal over time, others can leave you with permanent disabilities. This is an extremely difficult situation emotionally as well as financially. A permanent disability can require never-ending medical treatment as well as other adjustments in your life such as earning less income or being entirely unable to work. The workers’ compensation system is designed to provide an injured worker with benefits to help cover lost wages and medical expenses. But before you are awarded the benefits that you ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Lower Court Ruling Finding that Injured Worker Reached Maximum Medical Improvement
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
If you are hurt at work, you can file a claim with the workers’ compensation system in Massachusetts to receive benefits for your injuries and lost wages. There are many steps that you will need to take before you are awarded benefits. Unfortunately, some insurers try to fight legitimate claims to avoid having to pay compensation. One way that an insurer may try to dispute your claim is by alleging that you have reached a level called maximum medical improvement. This determination states that your injuries have improved as much as they are going to improve and will not get better with continu ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Wage Earning Capacity Decision for Injured Public School Teacher
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
One of the key steps in a workers’ compensation claim is calculating the amount of weekly wages that you earned prior to the accident and the amount of compensation that you may be able to still earn performing different work or light-duty tasks. This figure is used to determine the amount of benefits that you will receive as part of your workers’ compensation support. If the court makes a mistake or uses the wrong information, you could end up receiving less than you actually deserve. For many injured workers, this can have a devastating financial impact on their well-being and family health ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Awards Benefits to Nurse who Suffered Multiple Injuries During Career Resulting in Total Disability
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
There are some occupations that put workers in the face of danger each time they clock in. One of these occupations is nursing, particularly if the job requires the nurse to lift heavy patients and assist them with daily tasks like dressing or bathing. Whether it is a sudden accident or the overall wear and tear that this physical demand puts on their bodies, many nurses find themselves with life-long injuries resulting from their work. Our Boston workers’ compensation lawyers are prepared to assist you in determining whether you are entitled to benefits after suffering an on-the-job injury. C ..read more
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Affirms Temporary Total Benefits Award for Injured Truck Driver
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by Mass Injury Group
3y ago
If you are hurt at work, there are many different defenses and classic arguments that the workers’ compensation insurance company may try to assert against your claim for benefits. This can delay your benefit payments and make an already stressful situation even more intimidating. The insurance company could argue that your injury wasn’t related to your work accident, for example, or that you had a pre-existing injury that is the main cause of your pain and suffering. At Mass Injury Group, our team of Boston workers’ compensation lawyers will help you prepare the strongest case possible to ens ..read more
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