As we discussed in a recent edition of this blog, a significant majority of workplace injuries come about due to falls. The compensation and medical expenses associated with these injuries come to approximately $70 billion annually. This volume would indicate a phenomenon which stretches outside the boundaries of any particular industry or line of work….
Read MoreThe rights and protections Americans enjoy in the workplace were not always as comprehensive as they are today. Even a brief inquiry into the history of American labor can instill a modern person with a deep appreciation for the struggles of ordinary working people to create positive change for future generations. One such positive change…
Read MoreIf you are injured, then you should see a doctor. Most of us can agree on this simple if-then statement. We here at Malloy Law Offices often advocate for prompt medical attention as a means to identify injuries and provide a hard record of their causes. The intervention of a medical professional can often work…
Read MoreWorker’s compensation is the right of American working professionals to receive material support while recovering from an injury suffered on the job. It is not, however, a one-size fits all program, adjudicated by the federal government. Indeed, worker’s compensation programs vary from state to state, with unique quirks forged by each state’s legislature. To describe…
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