In most cases, you need to be on the clock in order to collect workers’ compensation for an injury. However, there are situations where an off-the-clock injury can qualify for a workers’ comp claim. An experienced lawyer can help you determine your legal options. At Miller, Dawson, Sigal & Ward, we have helped countless people …
How Does Workers’ Compensation Work in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, the Workers’ Compensation Act ensures that employees who sustain injuries in the course of their jobs are eligible for certain benefits. These benefits include coverage for medical expenses and weekly wages if the injury results in lasting impairment. Employers with at least four employees must pay for insurance that provides these benefits. …
What Is Employers’ Liability Insurance?
Unfortunately, not all workplace injuries are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, the good news is that an employers’ liability insurance policy can fill in the gaps and provide further insurance protections for employees and employers after a workplace injury, illness, or death. If you suffered a workplace injury or illness and are not covered …
What Is a Light-Duty Restriction?
When returning to work after suffering a work-related injury, you may still be recovering and not able to perform all the duties you were responsible for before your injury. If so, your doctor may issue a light-duty work restriction. This restriction lets your employer know that you are unable to perform tasks that are physically …
What Is the Employer’s Responsibility When a Worker Is Injured?
Employers have a range of responsibilities when one of their employees gets injured while on the job. Workers have the right to work in a relatively safe environment and have protections in case an injury occurs. If you were injured while working, learn more about your options for recovering compensation. At Miller, Dawson, Sigal & …
Can I Get Workers’ Comp as an Independent Contractor in South Carolina?
If you were injured while working as an independent contractor for a company, you are likely curious about your legal options for recovering compensation. In most cases, workers’ comp is not available for independent contractors. However, you should always explore your legal options with an experienced lawyer, as exceptions do apply in some cases. At …
Who is Eligible for Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina?
Workers’ compensation benefits are available to injured workers in South Carolina; however, not everyone is eligible. To qualify, you must have been employed at the time of your injury, and it had to have happened on the job. Your employer must also have had a legal obligation to carry workers’ compensation insurance. The state requires …
How to File for Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina
Understanding how to file for Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina is crucial for any worker. The process can seem overwhelming at first, but with the right guidance from a workers’ compensation lawyer in South Carolina, you can navigate it effectively. Here, our team at Miller Dawson Sigal & Ward offers step-by-step advice and answers common …
Can You Sue Your Employer in South Carolina?
Are you facing a legal issue with your employer in South Carolina? Wondering if you have the right to sue? This article will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of employment laws in South Carolina and guide you through evaluating your case. Learn how to file a complaint with the appropriate agency, navigate the legal …
How Long do Most Workers’ Compensation Settlements Take?
The tumultuous aftermath of a workplace accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. Navigating the intricacies of a workers’ comp settlement can be challenging. That’s where a workers’ compensation lawyer in South Carolina can help. At Miller Dawson Sigal & Ward, our team is dedicated to helping you get your life back on track …
