Legal Articles, Employee Rights

Work-Related Neck and Back Injuries

Work-related neck and back injuries often result in huge medical expenses, causing financial stress for an injured worker.

Illinois "Ban the Box" Law Approved

If you have ever been convicted of a crime, you know how it feels to have to “check the box” on each of your job applications.

Choose your Lawyer Carefully

Choosing an Attorney can very stressful. today there are adequate resources to ensure you pick the right attorney for you

Know your Rights

For employment discrimination cases, whistle blower lawsuits, or wrongful discharge claims, the more an employee know about their rights, the more they can protect themselves at the work place, and in the event they suffer an adverse action later like losing their job.

Determining Whether Your Injury is Work Related or Not

To seek workers’ compensation you have to prove that the illness or injury sustained by you was a result of a workplace accident or condition.

Recruiting All-Star Help

The importance of your doctor to your health and your case cannot be overstated. Your doctor really is vital for both. One strong device to support your doctor with his interests in your health is to take a STAR with you to your examination.

Five Types of Wage Deductions that Employers Should Always Avoid

The question of what deductions can be permissibly taken from employee earnings presents a legal minefield for many employers.

Can Your Employer Snoop Around Your Facebook and Twitter Pages?

There are federal and Maryland state laws that protect the Maryland employee from invasive employer social media snooping. This article explains your employee right to privacy.

Four Dirty Tricks Used by Insurance Adjusters to Restrict Workers’ Compensation Payouts

Four Dirty Tricks Used by Insurance Adjusters to Restrict Workers’ Compensation Payouts

Getting Workers' Compensation Benefits for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects millions of individuals in the United States. If your job has caused or worsened your condition, you may be entitled to workers' compensation.

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