Personal Injury News & Developments

Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to cover an employee’s expenses due to a work-related injury. However, some employers may wrongfully terminate an employee for filing a claim, which is illegal. Employers cannot fire an employee for an unlawful reason, such as a work-related injury, even in an at-will employment state. However, they may terminate an…

An undocumented worker is eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, regardless of their legal immigration status. Federal, state, and local agencies are not allowed to deny rights, benefits, or privileges based on a person’s unwillingness to disclose their social security number [1]. This has been used as the precedent to ensure a worker’s undocumented status does…

Navigating workers’ compensation can be challenging, especially if you’re considering quitting your job while receiving benefits. According to labor statistics, there were over 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries reported in 2021 alone. [1] Many workers injured on the job are uncertain about their rights and obligations regarding maintaining employment while recovering. A common question is…

A work injury can prevent employees from earning an income while putting them in a difficult financial position. Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to provide injured employees with the funds they need during recovery. However, some employees may wonder if they can work another job while receiving workers’ compensation benefits, usually to supplement income. Workers’…

Amazon Flex is a delivery program in which drivers deliver packages for Amazon using their vehicles. These drivers, referred to as Flex drivers, operate as independent contractors, not employees. Meanwhile, Amazon warehouse workers who are directly employed often face high injury rates due to harsh working conditions and strict production demands. Unlike Flex drivers, these…

Large trucking companies like YRC Freight have a noticeable presence on highways. The sheer volume of trucks and miles traveled daily to fulfill customer requests increases the probability of collisions. This makes a YRC Worldwide truck accident more likely than many realize. When road accidents involve heavy vehicles, the consequences are almost always severe and…

XPO Logistics is presently one of the most fast-tracked logistics and trucking companies. With a booming business comes an increased presence on busy highways to ensure customers never face unwanted delays. However, keeping up with this fast pace comes with risks. There is an ever-present risk of a fatal trucking accident. Given the extensive miles…

Large truck accidents can be devastating. The National Safety Council reports nearly 6,000 trucks were involved in fatal crashes, a two percent increase from the previous year. [1] If you’ve sustained injuries from a truck accident, knowing the right steps to take after is crucial – from immediate actions at the scene to protecting your…

Truck accidents involving large companies like Western Express can lead to serious consequences. These accidents are increasingly common due to the frequent presence of commercial trucks on our roads. Given the size and weight of these vehicles, crashes with Western Express trucks often result in severe injuries and significant damages. Winning these cases means navigating…

Werner Enterprises is a transportation and logistics company based in the United States. Its fleet currently consists of more than 7.700 trucks and 30,000 trailers, making it one of the largest transportation companies in North America [1]. Unfortunately, all these vehicles increase the chances of dangerous truck accidents. If you are involved in a truck…