As we grow older, we can experience hearing loss. That hearing loss can be compounded by years of occupational noise hazards. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical health condition. Among the working population, 1 in 8 people have some level of hearing difficulty, and 1 in 4 people can attribute that loss to occupational exposures. If this is a situation you find yourself in, you might wonder if workers’ compensation in Maryland covers hearing loss.

The answer to the compensation question is complex. In fact, the Maryland workers’ compensation law was recently revised to clarify the definition of occupational deafness and how that would apply to filing a claim. The following post breaks down the new guidelines and how you can address the issue.

Nearly 60 billion dollars were paid out in workers’ compensation benefits in 2020, according to the National Academy of Social Insurance, benefits which were crucial for employees who suffer injuries or illnesses on the job.

These benefits provide financial support for medical expenses and lost wages during the recovery period and can vary significantly from state to state in terms of eligibility, allotted benefits, documentation required, and the claim filing process.

Does your job have a sign that lets everyone know the last time there was a “lost time accident?”

These signs are meant to be motivational, to inspire workers to put safety first. If an incident reduces the sign number back to zero, it is typically an accident that requires immediate medical attention. However, not every workplace injury happens instantaneously.

Cubital tunnel syndrome is a prime example of one such injury.  

Can you get workers’ compensation for cubital tunnel syndrome? Before you file a workers’ compensation claim for cubital tunnel syndrome, it will help to know what causes that condition and how that might relate to your job.   

The federal government passed the first workers’ compensation insurance policy law in 1908, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). At that time, the insurance only covered workers considered employed in hazardous jobs and only working for the federal government. By 1911, all but six states established workers’ compensation policies for the entire workforce.

Today, all 50 states have workers’ compensation policies in place to protect employees who are injured on the job. However, there are several injuries that are not covered by workers’ compensation in Maryland. Read on as we share what those are.

Are you afraid of your boss? A study conducted at New York University found that 83% of respondents felt too intimidated by their boss to raise any type of concern. That fear is grounded in the notion that you could lose your job if you cause “trouble” at work. Unfortunately, that fear often prevents an employee from reporting an injury and putting in for a workers’ compensation claim. Can you be terminated while on workers’ compensation in Maryland?

The short answer is “no.” You cannot be fired in retaliation for filing a workers’ compensation claim. However, other conditions about benefits and labor law can impact your claim and your job.

Many workplaces post a sign declaring how many days it has been since the last accident. The hope for all the workers is that the numbers keep ticking up, indicating it is a safe workplace. Despite the best efforts to stay safe, the U.S. Department of Labor reports that 882 workers’ compensation claims were filed in Maryland as of April 2024. Of that number, only 309 claims have been paid out so far. That is an excellent reason to find out what workers’ compensation lawyers do.

Workers’ compensation is an important safety net for employees injured on the job. Some online estimates show that there are 4.9 million workers’ compensation claims made each year by both private and government employees, and the typical workers’ comp claim is around $41,000.  

But what about if you’re hospitalized?  

Does workers’ compensation pay for inpatient treatment in Maryland? Keep reading where we answer that question. 

You just got a job after months or even longer of searching and applying, and you can’t wait to start on your first day. You’re excited because it’s got good hours, great pay, plus benefits. But, one thing most of us don’t consider when starting a new job is if our employer has workers’ compensation insurance coverage.

Does every employer in Maryland have to carry workers’ compensation coverage? We assume that all businesses have this coverage, but what if your employer doesn’t?

In this blog, we’ll discuss what the law requires of employers in Maryland and how you can make sure you’re covered.

When we think of dangerous jobs, our minds often go to construction or other similar labor-intensive occupations. Even with all of the safety protocols in place, accidents on job sites still occur every day, causing serious injuries, illnesses, and death.

Some jobs cause more injuries or deaths than others, but what are the most dangerous jobs in Maryland?

When you’re at work, you expect certain precautions and regulations to be followed to keep you and your coworkers safe. Unfortunately, even with the best safety equipment and standards, accidents still occur, and workers are injured.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employers reported 42,600 on-the-job injuries and illnesses in private industry in Maryland in 2022. Of those reported cases, 36,300 were injuries, while 6,400 were illnesses. And these are the numbers for the private sector alone.