In a workers’ compensation claim, medical experts are often used to help the administrative law judge determine many aspects of the issues involved, including the nature of the employee’s injury, whether the injury was completely a result of the worker’s job duties, and whether the condition will resolve over time.…
Employers have a legal responsibility to abide by Massachusetts workers’ compensation laws. Despite these clear mandates, many employers try to cut corners or to bend the rules to avoid having to pay for workers’ compensation benefits in the event that an employee becomes injured. The Massachusetts workers’ compensation lawyers at…
When you are injured at work and deemed eligible for benefit payments, you have the option of requesting a lump sum settlement instead of weekly or periodic payments. This is a decision that should not be taken lightly. As experienced Massachusetts workers’ compensation lawyers, we have guided many injured workers…
If you are injured at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. There are many procedural steps that are involved in securing your right to compensation, which can include payment for medical expenses associated with your injury as well as benefits to offset the loss of your wages.…
There are many aspects of a workers’ compensation claim when it comes to calculating the amount of benefit payments and reimbursements that you are entitled to receive. Although the workers’ compensation system provides compensation for any medical expenses incurred regarding the accident, many insurance companies attempt to dispute the amount…
Just like a civil claim for personal injuries, workers’ compensation claims are subject to statutes of limitations. In other words, there are certain time limits that apply to when you must file your claim for benefits. If you fail to file by the expiration of the statute of limitations, you…
The Massachusetts workers’ compensation system provides benefits and medical expenses reimbursement to employees who are injured while at work. For serious and catastrophic injuries, ensuring that you receive the compensation that you deserve can be a long and difficult process. At Pulgini & Norton, our knowledgeable team of work injury…
Work accidents can result in a wide variety of injuries. Some of these injuries heal over time, while others result in permanent disabilities, such as hearing loss. If you have been injured on the job, and you are facing a permanent or catastrophic disability, it is essential that you consult…
Although some work injury cases are very straightforward when it comes to diagnosing the nature and scope of the injury, there are other instances in which the medical issues can be complex. At Pulgini & Norton, our seasoned Boston workers’ compensation lawyers have handled a diverse array of work injury…
One common question that we receive regarding workers’ compensation claims is whether psychiatric disabilities can qualify for benefit payments. There are some instances in which psychiatric injuries will qualify for compensation. As with any other injury, however, insurers often take every step they can to fight an award of benefits…