February 15, 2021

How much time do I have to file a Workers’ Compensation claim?

OK, I notified my employer. How much time do I have to file a Workers’ Compensation claim? The actual statute of limitation for Workers’ Compensation claims imposes a more precise time track compared to your duty to forthwith notify your employer. Depending on the nature of your work-related illness or injury, either of two deadlines will apply to you: If you suffer a work-related injury, you have one year, starting on the day after the accident, to file your Workers’ Compensation claim. If you contract a work-related illness (an “occupational disease”), you have two years from the date on which […]
January 19, 2021

Mandatory vaccine policies may have workers comp implications

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun in health care and senior living facilities across the U.S., and employers in many industries are eagerly awaiting the chance to have their employees vaccinated against the coronavirus. However, employers must balance their desire for a safe workplace with the risks of requiring vaccinations and the potential workers compensation implications if a worker experiences serious side effects, experts say. Employers “need to recognize that if they do impose a vaccination mandate that it’s likely that they are going to have to pay for the vaccination, that this will be compensable work time, and … […]
January 19, 2021

Mandatory vaccine policies may have workers comp implications

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has begun in health care and senior living facilities across the U.S., and employers in many industries are eagerly awaiting the chance to have their employees vaccinated against the coronavirus. However, employers must balance their desire for a safe workplace with the risks of requiring vaccinations and the potential workers compensation implications if a worker experiences serious side effects, experts say. Employers “need to recognize that if they do impose a vaccination mandate that it’s likely that they are going to have to pay for the vaccination, that this will be compensable work time, and … […]
April 10, 2018

FAQ Video 10: I Don’t Speak English, Can You Still Help Me?

We are absolutely still able to help you even if you don’t speak English! Give us a call today to assist with your L&I claim: 206-682-3436
March 28, 2018

FAQ Video Part 9: How Will I Pay for an Attorney if I Hire One?

Check out the next video in our series of frequently asked questions regarding workers’ compensation claims? 
March 28, 2018

FAQ Video Part 8: What Will I Receive if I have Permanent Injuries?