When you’re injured or suffer an occupational disease at work, getting better and returning to your job is the goal. But what happens when your recovery reaches a plateau? That’s what is called Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI), and it’s a turning point in your workers’ compensation claim that can also affect your wage and medical […] The post Maximum Medical Improvement for Workers’ Compensation in Ohio appeared first on Plevin & Gallucci.| Plevin & Gallucci
Ohio has a strong construction industry. With major urban centers like Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Youngstown, and Toledo, as well as expanding suburban and industrial developments, construction is a key driver of job growth and infrastructure development. Heavy machinery, power tools, high structures, and constantly changing conditions create serious risks for workers. Whether it’s a […] The post Understanding Workers’ Compensation for Construction Site Accidents appeare...| Plevin & Gallucci
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries account for almost 40% of all work-related musculoskeletal issues. They are also one of the most common reasons why employees miss work. Whether you’re on your feet all day lifting heavy materials or sitting at a desk or work station for hours, your spine experiences […] The post Workers’ Compensation for Back Injuries appeared first on Plevin & Gallucci.| Plevin & Gallucci
In theory, the Ohio workers’ compensation system is supposed to eliminate – or, at least, tone down – the adversarial nature of pursuing compensation after an injury in the workplace. Unlike a personal injury lawsuit, a workers’ compensation claim doesn’t require a showing of negligence. So the injured employee doesn’t have to show that the […] The post Do I Need a Workers’ Compensation Attorney in Ohio? appeared first on Plevin & Gallucci.| Plevin & Gallucci
129 Million People Could Be Denied Affordable Coverage Without Health Reform IntroductionAccording to a new analysis by the Department of Health and Human Services, 50 to 129 million (19 to 50 percent of) non-elderly Americans have some type of pre-existing health condition. Up to one in five non-elderly Americans with a pre-existing condition – 25 million individuals – is uninsured.| www.cms.gov