Owners of residential and commercial properties are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for people who step on their property. This duty is known as the law of premises liability, and it holds owners accountable for accidents and injuries you might suffer on their property due to unsafe conditions. What types of accidents can […]
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HOW MUCH MONEY CAN I RECEIVE FOR A WORKERS COMP CLAIM IN INDIANA
How Much Money Can I Receive For A Workers Comp Claim in Indiana? When you are injured on the job in Indianapolis, South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart or anywhere in the state of Indiana, and unable to return to work for more than a week, you may be entitled to receive paid medical care and […]
Read more...How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Paid Out
How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Paid Out? Dealing with the death of a loved one caused by someone else’s negligence can be devastating. You may receive some benefits through your loved one’s life insurance, but that might not alleviate the financial and emotional burden that you feel. You may be able to pursue […]
Read more...How Much Money Can I Receive in a Workers Compensation Claim in Indiana
How Much Money Can I Receive For A Workers Comp Claim in Indiana? If you are injured on the job in Indiana and unable to return to work for more than a week, you may be entitled to receive paid medical care and compensation for your lost wages equal to two-thirds of your average […]
Read more...Workers Compensation Requirements and Penalties in Indiana
Workers Compensation Requirements and Penalties in Indiana IC-22-3-2-2 requires employers to carry workers compensation coverage, with some exceptions All Indiana employers must provide Workers Compensation coverage to all employees subject to Indiana Code 22-3-2-2. IC 22-3-2-2 Mandatory compliance; burden of proof; exemptions Sec. 2. (a) Every employer and every employee, except as […]
Read more...Availability of Pain and Suffering Damages In Indiana
Availability of Pain and Suffering Damages Under Indiana Law Whether you’re a Hoosiers fan, one of the Fighting Irish, or you prefer the thrill of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, you know accidents don’t just happen to athletes and racecar drivers. If you’ve been injured and you’re pursuing a claim against someone in Indiana, you may […]
Read more...Lawsuit Against Meijer for Employment Discrimination
My firm represents a client by the name of Katherine Fandrich. She was an employee of Meijer Inc. for over nineteen years. As she neared retirement (retirement benefits being vested after 20 years of employment), Meijer wrongfully terminated her employ. The reason given for the termination was a claim that she violated company policy. As […]
Read more...Does Workers Compensation Cover Hearing Loss In Indiana
When you work in an industry where you are exposed to especially loud noises, such as manufacturing or construction, you may suffer from hearing loss over time. When this happens, you may need to take some time off from work or stop working altogether so that you can focus on doctor visits and preserving as […]
Read more...Indiana Workers Compensation Law
As an Indiana statutory benefit for employers and employees, Indiana Workers’ Compensation laws create a type of insurance offering. Under the Indiana Work Comp system, an injured Indiana worker will be provided wage replacement (2/3 of their average weekly wage) and medical benefits when they are injured in the course of their Indiana employment. The trade-off for […]
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