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May 2023

What Are The Most Costly Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claims

When it comes to a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim it is important to know what steps you should take if you are injured in the workplace to get your claim filled, but it is also good information to know how costly your injury might be to your company.  While the cost of the injury may not be the only reason an employer may deny your claim, it is possible that it would become a factor and for you to know where you stand on cost is important.

Some Of The Most Common Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claims In The Winter Months

Winter has officially frozen us now and it is time for those that work in outdoor environments to be warned about the dangers of working in the cold.  Too often workers who hold jobs that require being outside or in a colder climate then most are put at risk due to the winter weather conditions.  It is for this reason that there are some Connecticut workers’ compensation claims that increase in the winter months.  

How To Avoid A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claim At Your New Job

The new year is upon us and for many that means a new job.  It’s an exciting time with endless possibilities and a renewed energy for the work that you do, but it can also be a scary time.  There are possibilities that while at a new job you could get injured while performing your duties and that could lead to a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim.    

Top Reasons A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Claim May Be Denied

If you believe that an injury you sustained at work should be eligible for a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim you should file the report of your injury as soon as possible with your supervisor.  Reporting your injury as soon as possible is one of the best ways you can make sure that the claim gets approved and you will get the compensation you should for your injury.  Immediate reporting of your injury to your supervisor will ensure that you have the best possible chance of having a smooth approval of

Most Recent Workplace Injury Statistics Are Concerning

The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports on the number of workplace injuries and illnesses there are each year.  These numbers are a reflection of the past, but can be used as a warning of sorts for injuries and illnesses to come.  The most recent data that the BLS has is from 2021 and as 2022 winds down we will get a better picture of what this year looked like from a Connecticut workers’ compensation standpoint, but until then the numbers from 2021 are instructive.

Are You Working Outside In The Cold? Keep Yourself Warm To Stay Safe

When you work on a job site that is outside in the frigid cold winter months here in Connecticut the first thing you’re thinking about is probably keeping yourself warm for your own comfort, but did you know that keeping yourself warm can also have safety implications for you as well.  It’s true, when you are cold there is a greater risk of getting injured and having to file a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim because you are not working under optimal conditions.  

Ice Anywhere Can Lead To A Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Injury Everywhere

As we start to head into the coldest time of the year it is critical for those that work outside or in colder environments to bundle up to stay warm.  It is also important that if you are one of the people who work at sites where the cold weather can impact your day to day that you keep an eye out for slippery surfaces to avoid a Connecticut workers’ compensation injury.

These Two Spring Weather Conditions Can Lead To A Connecticut Auto Accident

One thing that is out of your control when you’re driving is the weather.  Weather conditions can change in the blink of an eye, especially in the spring, and when they do you can get in a situation that could lead to a Connecticut auto accident quite quickly.   You know the old saying, in New England, if you don’t like the weather just wait five minutes.  In the spring, that can be reduced to 1-2 minutes.