There are many different ways in which you can become injured at work. Some are obvious, while others are less common. As seasoned Massachusetts workers’ compensation lawyers, we are prepared to handle unique and complex work injury cases and to ensure that you receive an appropriate outcome. In a recent…
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Massachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Award of Benefits to Worker Involved in Car Accident While Traveling Home from Job Site
There are many ways that insurance companies may attempt to avoid paying workers’ compensation benefits. Massachusetts law has several doctrines, rules, and procedures that are important to understand when seeking benefits following a work injury. At Pulgini & Norton, our seasoned team of Boston work injury lawyers has the knowledge…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Upholds Decision Declaring Truck Accident Victim Capable of Working 30 Hours Per Week
A work injury can happen in virtually any context, including a car accident. As seasoned Boston workers’ compensation lawyers, we have substantial experience assisting individuals with navigating the claims process and ensuring that they receive the maximum amount of compensation that they are entitled to get. A recent opinion from…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Upholds Denial of Reimbursement for Nursing Home Expenses in Leg Amputation Claim
If you were hurt on the job, the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system is designed to provide you with benefit payments and reimbursement for your medical expenses. This sounds relatively straightforward, but the claims process can be long and complicated, especially if your injuries are complex. One of the biggest issues…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Reverses Decision Finding Injured Nursing Assistant Capable of Performing Light Duty Work
Understanding your rights after suffering an accident on the job can be overwhelming and confusing. This is especially true if you suffered serious injuries that may jeopardize your ability to return to work for a substantial period of time, or that leave you paralyzed. As Boston workers’ compensation lawyers, we…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Reverses Award of Benefits for Injured Nursing Assistant in Claim Involving Multiple Insurers
One of the most complex aspects of any workers’ compensation claim is dealing with insurance companies, especially when multiple insurers are involved. At Pulgini & Norton, our seasoned team of Massachusetts workers’ compensation lawyers proudly provides legal counsel to injured workers and assists them with ensuring that insurance companies play…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Reverses Award of Benefits, Based on Judge’s Failure to Consider Insurer’s Medical Evidence
In a workers’ compensation claim, there are many rules regarding the types of evidence that the administrative law judge can consider when determining whether an award of benefits is proper. As seasoned Boston workers’ compensation lawyers, we are well-versed in these laws and fight vigorously to make sure that our…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Reverses Dismissal of Claim for Benefits Stemming from Emotional Trauma
The Massachusetts workers’ compensation system provides benefits to individuals who suffer injuries on the job. For many individuals, knowing how to navigate the legal system and understanding the complex procedures that must be followed can be daunting. At Pulgini & Norton, our seasoned Boston work injury lawyers have assisted many…
In New Report, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Counts Highest Number of Fatal Work Injuries in 2016 Since 2008
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics collects information about many aspects of our workforce, including the rate at which workers suffer injuries and fatalities. Recently, the Bureau released a report that summarizes its findings regarding the number of fatal illnesses and workplace injuries that occurred during 2016. The results…
Massachusetts Reviewing Board Upholds Denial of Workers’ Compensation Benefits Following Workplace Altercation
Many individuals have pre-existing injuries with which they cope on a daily basis. When it comes to suffering an injury on the job, these existing injuries can lead to complications and delays when it comes to ensuring that you receive the compensation that you deserve. At Pulgini & Norton, our Boston…