As a worker for the state of Connecticut, you have certain rights. These include the right to work in a safe environment. You have the right to be paid fairly and accurately for the work you do. You also have the right to not be expected to do any kind of work that is...
Workers’ Compensation
Workers face three types of toxic exposure
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Feb 18, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
Nearly every occupation contains some level of risk for serious injury and severe health conditions. While some industries like construction and first responders face deadly risks on every shift, other dangers might be more hidden in some occupations. The risk of...
When are workers entitled to workers’ compensation benefits?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Feb 16, 2022 | Workers' Compensation
It is important that employers in Connecticut keep their employees safe. This means that they must provide the proper safety equipment, train their employees sufficiently, and ensure that all equipment is working properly. Workers rely on their jobs to earn an income...
What types of workers’ compensation benefits are offered in Connecticut?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Sep 30, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
Workplace injuries, whether they are suffered by those in jobs with inherent risks or those who work a simple office job, can be debilitating keeping you from returning to work for a significant length of time. When this happens, paying for housing, food and life’s...
Construction workers at risk of injuries from lifting and pulling
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jul 26, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
In Connecticut and across the nation, work injuries are a common source of major medical expenses, lost wages and long-term problems. One industry that is known to place its workers at risk is the construction field. This is understandable given the inherent tasks...
What happens if workers’ comp claim is initially denied?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Apr 8, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
Most people rely on their jobs in order to earn income and provide for themselves and their family. They rely on their employers to maintain a safe working environment and trust their co-workers to be safe as well to prevent accidents from occurring. However,...
Construction worker’s death illustrates the dangers within industry
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Feb 5, 2021 | Workers' Compensation
The January death of a Connecticut construction worker exemplifies the risks, hazards and dangers faced by people employed within this industry. Serious and fatal injuries are not uncommon among construction workers. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, of...
On-duty auto accident injures two Connecticut troopers
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Dec 2, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
In Connecticut, any job can be dangerous with the potential for injury. However, certain jobs carry with them a fundamental level of risk. For those who work in physically demanding jobs like construction and other hands-on jobs, there is always a chance that there...
Certain professions may pose greater carpal tunnel risk
by Colleen LaFrancois | Sep 8, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
The median nerve runs down the arm and supplies signals from the brain to the hand and fingers. The carpal tunnel is a space between the bones of the wrist that allows the median nerve to pass through. When the tissues of the carpal tunnel swell, it can put pressure...
Should you get a tetanus shot if you’re hurt at work?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Feb 29, 2020 | Workers' Compensation
Of all the injuries that you thought could hurt you, getting a splinter was not one of them. You work as a contractor and have had many splinters over the years. This one was worse, though. It dug down deep, and it was not coming out easily. The area became red and...
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