workers' compensation

Should I Report a Minor Injury at Work?

Yes, you should always report a minor injury at work. A minor injury at work may seem like a small matter, but not reporting all of your injuries can lead to a significant regret down the road. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHV-kBvK4JE While reporting a minor workplace injury can feel like a tedious waste of time, there could be long-term consequences for your health and finances if your injury isn't reported. A minor workplace injury might not entitle you to receive workers' comp benefits, what might initially appear to be a minor injury could get worse or develop into more serious injuries down the road. By immediately reporting all injuries to your employer, no matter how small you think they are, you can ensure that you're covered if your injury ends up being worse than you think. Is it illegal not to report an accident at work?  While generally it is not illegal for an employee to fail to report an injury at work, it is probably against your employer's policies for you to do so. Many employers require their employees to report accidents within 24 hours. If you don't, it could result in you being suspended without pay or reprimanded. In these cases,…

Can I Sue My Employer for Denying Workers’ Comp?

If you're injured on the job and your employer does not subscribe to workers' compensation coverage, you can file a personal injury lawsuit against them. In limited circumstances, you may also be able to sue your employer even if they have workers comp insurance, but you can also appeal your employer's decision to deny your workers comp claim. Keep in mind, unlike every other state in the country, Texas does not require employers to maintain workers compensation insurance coverage. Here's a quick guide.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjlIBTJvXTM Can an employer deny workers compensation?  Yes, and they often do. Employers can deny a workers’ compensation claim in certain situations. According to Texas workers’ compensation law, injuries or illnesses are covered if it was sustained during the course and scope of your employment, and you file an injury report within 30 days of the incident. You're not required by law to prove that your employer was at fault for your injury. But if you were in some way at fault, your employer might be able to deny your workers' comp claim. For example, your injuries will not be covered if they were incurred while you were engaging in horseplay or some sort of willful criminal…

What Is Truck Driver’s Knee?

Truck driver’s knee is a common knee injury suffered by truck drivers, also called patellar tendonitis or jumper’s knee. The condition affects the patella tendon, which connects your kneecap to your shinbone and helps your muscles straighten your knee during various activities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJcc3B6fsNI What causes knee pain while driving? Truck driver’s knee is caused by repeated stress and strain on the patellar tendon, which eventually causes small tears to form in the tendon. As more tears occur, they start to cause tendon pain and inflammation. The first symptom is typically a sharp pain just under the kneecap during physical activity. As the injury worsens, the pain may continue even when you are not physically active. For truck drivers, the most common causes of patellar tendonitis include:  Operating truck pedals for long periods of timeClimbing in and out of trucksJumping off trailers  Other risk factors for jumper’s knee include tight leg muscles, muscular imbalances, and being overweight. How do I stop my knees from hurting when I drive? There is a range of treatment options for truck driver’s knee that can stop your knees from hurting when you drive.  Once you have been diagnosed with patellar tendonitis, the first suggested treatment…