Common Causes of Workers’ Compensation Claim Denials

Each year, 4.9 million workers’ compensation claims are made in the U.S. by both private and government employees with each claim amounting to around $41,000. Under the workers’ compensation scheme, employees are entitled to receive benefits for injuries they incur as a result of their job duties. This ensures that they will be provided financially for matters such as medical treatment, rehabilitation, and wage replacement if they are unable to return to work. In return for this safety net, employers are generally protected from legal action or lawsuits by their employees. Common workplace injuries covered by the scheme include slips, trips, and falls...

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