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Many injured workers have concerns about the quality of treatment by their employer’s workers’ compensation doctor. In some cases, employees who disagree with their employer’s doctor’s diagnosis can seek a second medical opinion. However, you must get approval from the insurance company for them to pay for a second opinion. The first step after getting injured in the workplace is…
There are times when an insurance company assigns you a doctor who you don’t like. We will help you navigate your options and find out the best ways to approach this problem. When you have been hurt at work, you want to seek care from a competent and qualified professional. In Iowa, your employer has to pay for treatment for…
Workers’ compensation laws can protect you if you get hurt on the job. The types of injuries covered by workers comp include physical injuries, occupational illnesses, and some psychological and stress-related conditions. To be entitled to workers’ comp benefits, injuries don’t have to be a result of sudden accidents like heavy machinery falling on your feet or breaking a bone…
If you get hurt at work, you are eligible for workers’ compensation. Your employer’s workers compensation insurance should pay for your medical treatment. However, they will only pay for your medical treatment if you go to a physician that they have authorized. Seeing a doctor is often the first step in getting diagnosed and properly treated for workplace injuries. Going…
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Personal injuries and work injuries are different and are governed by different rules and laws. If you have been injured, the first thing you need to find out is who to call. Getting a Personal injury or workers compensation attorney is only a Google search away. Before we go further, let’s understand what these terms mean. Why Should I Hire…
Most people do not know what to do when they are injured at work. There is comfort in having an expert on your side. A workers’ compensation lawyer is someone you can count on to protect your rights and get you fair compensation for your injury. Suffering a work injury isn’t something we hope for, and if that should ever…
Accidents and injuries can interrupt your life. If you suffer an injury due to the negligence or carelessness of another person or business, that person or business is financially liable for the effects of the accident. If you’ve been injured or had your vehicle damaged in any traffic accident in Iowa, there are a number of state laws that impact…
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be wondering how you’re going to pay for your medical bills. You may also be considering filing a personal injury lawsuit. If this is the case, it’s important to find a good personal injury lawyer who can help you get the compensation you deserve because of your injuries. But how do…
Iowa’s Worker Compensation Laws, In a Nutshell What Qualifies for a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Iowa? Any health impairment other than normal wear and tear from performing your job qualifies for workers’ compensation benefits. Certain diseases that can be directly linked to adverse factors in the working environment and incidences of hearing loss may also qualify. Cancer, epilepsy, chemical exposure,…