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Do you qualify for workmens comp if your injury is caused by the work you do and not simply an accident?
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∙ 18y ago
It depends on the state you live in. If you live in California and the injury occured at work an you then were in an accident yes you can apply for workman comp as long as you reported the injury to the proper personnel the date the injury occured.
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∙ 18y ago
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∙ 11y agoNo - workmans compensation is a coverage that covers you while you are working for a company and only covers you while you are working.
However, there is a type of insurance that pays for off the job illnesses and accidents, called disability insurance. You should compare few different companies to find the best plan for your circumstances (age, state, occupation).
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∙ 10y agoOne can quality for a workman's comp fairly easy. The law requires most businesses to have worker's compensation insurance. If one gets injured while working at your job, one may get entitled to workers' compensation benefits.
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∙ 17y agoNo. You're covered by worker's comp if you're injured in the course of performing your duties as specifically related to your job. A fight isn't going to be covered.
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∙ 15y agoYes, but only if the employer was grossly negligent.
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Are you entitled to workmens compensation if you are injured on the job site while on a break?
yes you are . * It depends on what activity caused the injury. If the person was engaging in irresponsible behavior he or she may not qualify for WCI benefits.
What is unintentional injury?
unintentional injury is an injury caused by accident.
How does workmens comp pay for injury and hospital bills for a car accident?
It doesn't, unless the accident occurred while the person was driving a company owned vehicle and actually working on the job at the time of the accident.
Auto related workmens comp?
Worker's Comp MAY cover an injury from a motor vehicle accident IF the accident is arising from, and in the course and scope of your employment. It will NOT cover an injury sustained while merely commuting to work. However, someone such as a delivery driver that is hurt while delivering, IS covered.
How can a contrecoup injury be caused?
A contrecoup injury can be caused by a vehicle accident or shaken baby syndrome. A contrecoup injury is associated with cerebral contusions. Cerebral contusions are a type of traumatic brain injury where the brain becomes bruised.
Under what conditions would you contact an injury attorney?
You would contact an injury attorney, when you have been involved in an accident that wasn't your fault. If the accident is caused by negligence, you could be entitled to compensation.
In what kinds of situations should a person call Accident Claim Solicitors?
One situation where a person should call an Accident Claim Solicitor is after being injured in an accident, whether the injury was caused by a car accident, a criminal injury, or slipping on an unmarked wet spot in a store.
What causes aphasia?
Aphasia is primarily caused by stroke (a cardiovascular accident), however, it can also be caused by a brain tumor, traumatic injury or infection.
What does trauma mean?
1. A serious injury or a shock to the body, resulting from violence or an accident.2.Psychological or emotional injury caused by a deeply disturbing experience.
How can you say that it's under the personal injury state?
A personal injury can be a physical injury, disease or illness, or a psychological injury or illness. A personal injury could result in death. Examples of personal injuries are: an injury at work. This includes work-related illnesses such as a disease caused by working with asbestos, a psychological illness caused by stress at work, an injury caused in a traffic accident or an injury received as a result of faulty goods or services.
Why is your backbone not straight?
Your backbone may not be straight because you have scoliosis. This could also be caused by an accident or even an injury.
What are road fatalities?
A road fatality is a death or serious injury caused by a motor vehicle accident on a public road.
