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So, you’re working for a living, and on payday, you can’t help but notice that taxes are being withheld from your pay. One of them is for Social Security, but what exactly happens to the money you pay into Social Security and how can you keep track of it? Here’s the...
If someone offered you something free, simple to use and personalized that would make your life easier, you’d probably at least give it a look, right? Well, hold onto your hat because we’re about to tell you about something just like that—and it’s compliments of your...
Social media has made us more . . . well, social. It’s fun to share our thoughts on Facebook and Twitter, our photos on Instagram and Flickr, our videos on YouTube and Vine. We follow our favorite blogs on Tumblr, create our own boards on Pinterest and do a little job...
The Ohio workers’ compensation laws were designed to prevent the need for an injured employee to establish fault through the legal system. The employee is generally prohibited from suing his/her employer for negligence. This is because Ohio has a no-fault system with...
You were hurt on the job and the thought soon crossed your mind: Do I have a personal injury claim? The answer is not always straightforward, since every personal injury claim is unique. There is, however, a predictable pattern within each set of circumstances that...
Yes, actually, someone does care. Ohio employers are required to provide a safe workplace and comply with the specific safety requirements set forth in the Ohio Administrative Code. If you believe your injury is due to the employer’s failure to comply with a specific...
In our last bLAWg post, we talked about what happens when you get hurt on the job and want to recover your lost wages. How do you know if your injury is eligible for compensation? Here is more information to consider before you pursue filing a worker’s comp claim....
So you got hurt on the job and will be laid up for a couple of weeks. Life goes on, and you still have to pay for groceries and other expenses. Naturally, you’re wondering if your lost wages can be recovered. Fortunately, your employer is required to carry workers’...
It happens! Sometimes Ohio Worker’s Compensation Claims are denied. As an injured worker, you can have a legitimate claim for a work-related injury or occupational disease but still be turned down. Here are some of the reasons why: No medical report was attached that...
So, you need to hire an attorney. We know what you’re probably thinking: That’s going to be about as much fun as rebuilding your car tranny. When it comes to working with a lawyer, though, you don’t want to be taken for a ride. That’s why we recommend asking some...