When it comes to workers comp for farmhands, many people think of things like warehouse jobs where someone hurts his/her back or slips and falls. But workers can be hurt even on a farm in ways which may surprise you. Below are three dangerous gases which can cause injuries and lead to workers comp for …
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The state of South Carolina expects every employer to maintain a safe workplace for their employees. Unfortunately, despite all the safety measures companies use to protect their workers, accidents still happen. Whether you work at a desk or in the middle of a construction site, you have the right to be protected. That being said, …
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Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic there has been an increase in workers compensation cases in South Carolina. Workers comp covers injuries sustained in the workplace, such as a heavy equipment accident or a slip-and-fall. A lot of people are wondering if they can pursue benefits for illness acquired in their workplace. More specifically, they’re wondering “will …
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What is cubital tunnel syndrome? Cubital tunnel syndrome is a condition primarily caused by the constriction of the ulnar nerve. This is mainly associated with the increased exposure of the elbow on hard surfaces or from increased flexion and extension movements. As a result, the pain you feel is similar to what you’d experience if …
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A lot of people get injured when they are on the job. This results in a lot of claims works accident cases for employers. When someone has been injured at work, there are things that they can do that may hurt their case if they decide to pursue it. Below are some of the most …
When people often think of workers compensation claims, they often think about things like an injured back. Or other, more obvious injuries that are suffered from something that happened at work. But there are other injuries that can happen at work that are just as devastating. That may not seem as obvious at first. Below …
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No one expects to sustain a serious injury at work, but it happens to thousands of South Carolina residents every year. The time immediately following the accident is stressful when you’re trying to recover. At the same time you don’t want to jeopardize filing workers’ compensation claims. At The Clardy Law Firm, it’s our job …
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A lot of people come into our office wondering why workers compensation programs aren’t regulated at a federal level. We’ve often wondered the same thing. To get a better understanding of workers compensation programs, it’s good to know why they exist in the first place. Risky Business – The Origin of Workers Compensation Programs The …
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Does this story about faulty equipment injury sound familiar to one that you have experienced yourself? Even though we’re only a month in, 2020 is already shaping up to be a great year. Recently switching to overnights at a local super market earlier this month in January, you have already been promoted to shift leader. With …
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It’s been three months since you started working down the street at the local grocery store, and things have been going great. Originally hired as a cashier, you’ve already been promoted to front end supervisor. Through hard work and additional training, you hope to some day make it to store manager. Wednesday night, as things …
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