When Ohioans are injured in a workplace accident, they may be confused about what types of financial compensation they can expect to receive. Those who suffer a workplace injury - regardless of fault - are entitled to workers' compensation benefits to pay for medical expenses. In addition, there are other types of benefits that may be available based on the degree of the disability.
Why you shouldn't give up after being denied SSDI benefits
It is clear that some Ohio residents are disabled and unable to work. However, the Social Security Administration may not see it that way. The agency has strict requirements as to who is eligible to receive benefits. In fact, it is estimated that 80 percent of claims are denied the first time around. Instead of giving up, you can go through the appeals process and prove your case.
Mother sues Ohio sheriff for daughter's wrongful death
A child's death -- especially an unexpected one -- can be painful for a parent. This is true even if the child in question is a 35-year-old adult. A woman is suing an Ohio sergeant after his firearm accidentally fired during a drug raid and killed her daughter.
What negligence laws are involved in an Ohio car accident?
In all states, liability for a car accident is based on negligence. Which party caused the accident? In some states, when a person causes an accident, he or she cannot recover any compensation. However, Ohio operates under contributory negligence laws. What could this mean for your car accident claim?
Nontraditional workplaces make workers' compensation more complex
In the past, most Ohioans worked nine to five office jobs - and spent the entire time in the office. This made workers' compensation claims much easier to approve or disapprove. While technology has made many tasks easier for companies, it has increased the complexity of many workers' compensation claims. Many employees now telecommute at least part of the time or spend their work time traveling or working onsite at other locations. When they become injured, determining whether they should receive workers' compensation benefits becomes complicated.