Monthly Archives: September 2024
Heat-Related Illnesses And Your Rights To Maryland Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Over the summer of 2024, heat waves targeted both the East and West coasts, leaving residents to swelter in three-digit temperatures. Scorching sun and high humidity are more than just uncomfortable—they can take a heavy toll on your health. Maryland officials have warned people throughout the state to stay hydrated and seek cool environments…. Read More »
Five Common Types Of Injuries That Are Eligible For Workers’ Compensation Benefits In Maryland
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that nearly 43,000 people are hurt on the job each year in Maryland. Work-related injuries can happen in any occupation and may leave you facing serious health impacts, major medical bills, and other expenses long afterward. Workers’ compensation benefits can help cover your costs and make… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation In Maryland And Third-Party Liability
On-the-job accidents are often complex events. Multiple factors may have been involved in what happened or contributed to your injuries. You have the right to seek compensation, but among the most common questions we hear from clients concerns who is responsible. Workers’ compensation reduces liability for employers while protecting employees. It provides payment for… Read More »
Maryland Workers’ Compensation Benefits For Short And Long-Term Disabilities
Short and long-term disabilities can happen due to accidental injuries, severe illnesses, and chronic health conditions. When these are job-related, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits in Maryland. Our experienced Maryland workers’ compensation attorney can provide guidance in these cases, protecting your rights in a claim. Find out more about short and… Read More »
BSG Law is Honored to Have Three Partners Presenting at the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Educational Association 2024 Conference!
BSG Law is honored to have three (3) Partners presenting at the 2024 Annual Maryland Workers’ Compensation Educational Association (MWCEA) Conference this week in Ocean City. The MWCEA is an organization that promotes education and communication within the Maryland Workers’ Compensation community, and brings Workers’ Compensation leaders from throughout the industry together for a… Read More »
Injured On The Job? Six Reasons You Need A Maryland Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Accidental injuries pose a threat to workers in all types of occupations. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics advises that close to 43,000 people suffer on-the-job injuries in Maryland each year. Workers’ compensation serves as a sort of safety net, providing benefits that help cover your medical care, lost wages, and other expenses. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Drowsy Driving In Maryland: How To Reduce Your Risks During The Summer Months
Summer in Maryland means more frequent gatherings with family and friends, as well as fun trips to local amusement parks, the mountains, or the beach. As the season winds down, the heat and hectic pace of activities can leave you feeling exhausted. Unfortunately, this can prove dangerous on the road. Drowsy driving is a… Read More »
Intersections: One Of The Most Common Places For Car Accidents In Maryland
The State Highway Safety Office warns that close to 600 people are killed and over 28,000 are injured each year due to car accidents in Maryland. Intersections are one of the most common places for them to happen and can put drivers and passengers, as well as bicyclists or pedestrians in the area, at… Read More »
Slip, Trip, And Fall Injuries In Maryland Pose Serious Risks To Older Adults
Slips, trips, and falls are a leading cause of accidental injuries in Maryland. They leave victims suffering devastating harm and can happen to people of all ages, but older adults are at the greatest risk. Even a seemingly minor fall could impact your health and mobility for long after it happens. Our Maryland slip-trip-fall… Read More »