Workers’ Compensation

24 Apr Appealing a Denied Workers’ Comp Claim in Ohio

On-the-job injuries can present some very real challenges. In addition to your pain and suffering, you have also lost the income you need to stay afloat. Workers’ compensation is supposed to be there to cover your losses, so it’s quite...

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06 Mar Recognizing the Signs of Occupational Illness

Chronic conditions such as asthma or back pain may be related to your employment. Recognizing the signs of occupational illnesses is important so that you receive the treatment you need through workers’ compensation benefits. In 2017, more than 2.8 million...

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27 Feb Ohio Workers’ Comp Benefits for Prison Employees

Ohio workers’ comp benefits for prison employees may change this year, and for the better. State Representative Rick Perales is sponsoring a bill that would widen workers’ compensation coverage for corrections officers. The proposed reform would extend coverage to include...

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30 Jan Ohio Workers’ Comp Process: Responsibilities of an Injured Worker

You might not think about the Ohio workers’ comp process until you get hurt. But it is vital that you do everything correctly, or you run the risk of your claim will be denied or delayed. This can leave you...

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02 Jan Do You Qualify for Temporary Total Compensation in Ohio?

After a workplace injury in Ohio, you deserve a Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist to ensure you get the benefits you need to recover. Adrienne M. Hines and Victor Kademenos of Kademenos, Wisehart, Hines, Dolyk & Wright Co. LPA can help...

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27 Dec What If My Employer Doesn’t Have Ohio Workers’ Compensation Insurance?

Ohio law requires every employer with one or more employees to have workers’ compensation insurance. This means that they either must contribute to the Ohio State Insurance Fund, or insure themselves according to the strict guidelines set by the state....

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30 Oct Ohio Workers’ Comp and Medical Marijuana

If you are injured while on the job, or as the result of your employment in Ohio, then in most cases, you receive medical care and compensation through the workers’ compensation system. Your workers’ comp insurance covers the medical expenses...

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