Ohio Work Injury & Disability Law Blog
What Are the Do’s and Don’ts of Workers’ Compensation in Ohio?
If you were injured or developed an illness while on the job in Ohio, workers’ compensation benefits are available to help during your recovery. But it’s not always easy for employees to get the benefits they are owed. If you’re...
What Qualifies You for Disability in Ohio?
Many people in Ohio might not realize they are eligible for disability payments from the Social Security Administration (SSA). These benefits may be available to people with an impairment that is expected to be fatal or that prevents them from...
HMMM Gives Back: Supporting Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley
Around 1 in 6 people in the Mahoning Valley go hungry every day. The COVID-19 pandemic has only worsened the problem, as grocery stores have run short of everything from canned goods to chicken breasts. Fortunately, the Second Harvest Food...
THE MONTHLY HMMM...Does Ohio Workers’ Comp Cover Long-Term Problems and Illnesses?
In contrast to most other states, private insurance companies do not provide workers’ compensation benefits in Ohio. Instead, injured workers who suffer from long-term illnesses and other problems which arose from their work must apply to the Bureau of Workers’...
THE MONTHLY HMMM... Are Nursing Home Workers at a Greater Risk of Injury?
Nursing home workers are injured on the job far more frequently than one might think. In fact, data shows that nurses and health aides consistently have one of the highest rates of occupational injury and illness in the nation. The...
Thank You to Our Ohio Medical Professionals During This Time of Crisis
While people in Ohio have been staying home to help stop the spread of the COVID-19, healthcare workers have been sacrificing time away from their families to fight the virus on the front lines. Medical professionals are truly giving everything...
If I Receive Social Security Benefits, Can I Still Receive a Stimulus Check?
The U.S. government recently announced that it will issue a stimulus payment to many Americans to help them deal with the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The stimulus includes up to $1,200 for each eligible adult and as much...
Does Ohio Have State Disability Benefits?
Unlike some other states, Ohio unfortunately does not provide short-term disability benefits. However, Ohioans can still apply for disability benefits through the federal Social Security Administration. These benefits are known as Social Security disability Insurance (SSDI). To qualify for SSDI,...
The Monthly HMMM... Can I Be Fired While Out on Ohio Workers’ Compensation?
Sometimes injured workers fear that by filing a workers’ compensation claim, their employer will retaliate and/or fire them. If you find yourself in this situation, know that the law protects you. You have a right to file a claim and...
The Monthly HMMM... Am I Suing My Employer When I Hire a Workers' Comp Attorney?
You have probably heard the term “workers’ compensation” before – even if you have never previously needed to file a claim. However, you may have many questions about what it means to file a workers’ compensation claim. You may wonder...
