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Can I Collect Workers’ Comp if I get Hurt while Working from Home?
/by Burge & Burge, PCWith the COVID-19 pandemic forcing countless businesses to shut their doors, many companies are moving their workforce to their homes at least temporarily while this situation is ongoing. This means that thousands of Alabamans are working from home for the first time. With so many employees working remotely, telecommuters often wonder whether or not they […]
Are Railroad Workers Eligible for Workers’ Comp?
/by Burge & Burge, PCThe short answer to this question is “no”. Railroad workers are not covered by workers’ compensation; instead, injured workers in the railroad industry are eligible to file a Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) claim. While FELA claims have many similarities with workers’ comp, there are some very significant differences as well. What is FELA? FELA […]
How Social Media Use Can Impact a Personal Injury Claim
/by Burge & Burge, PCMost Americans use one or more social media platforms to connect with friends and family, and to stay updated on everything that is happening. Facebook, Instagram, and others have revolutionized the way we communicate with each other, and for many people, social media is an integral part of their lives. While being active on social […]
How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents
/by Burge & Burge, PCPedestrian accident fatalities have been on the rise in recent years, and this should be a cause for concern for everyone – especially those who have children. In 2018 (the most recent year we have full records for), there were 6,283 pedestrian deaths. This marked a 3% increase over the previous year, and it was […]
Preparing for an Independent Medical Exam (IME)
/by Burge & Burge, PCIf you are injured during the normal course of your day due to the negligence of another party, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to be compensated for your losses. Experiencing an injury on the job brings a different and sometimes more limited compensation. If your employer has four or more […]
Holidays and Drunk Driving Accidents
/by Burge & Burge, PCThe holidays are a time of great celebration with those closest to us, and most of us look forward to this time of year. But in the midst of these festivities, there is a lot more alcohol consumption, and more drivers out on the roadways who have had too much to drink. The period between […]
5 Common Construction Accidents
/by Burge & BurgeConstruction is one of the most dangerous industries in our economy. Workers do fast-paced jobs with heavy equipment and machinery, often in high places, all while having to deal with uncontrollable factors such as inclement weather, what the guy (or gal) next to them is doing, and many others. About 10% of all workplace injuries […]
Workers Compensation and FMLA: What Happens When Both Programs Apply?
/by Burge & BurgeWhen an employee suffers a serious illness or injury, there may be more than one option for obtaining time off to recover. Under the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees are allowed to take up to 12 weeks each year for a qualifying event. If an illness or injury was work-related, the employee may […]
Coping with Traumatic Brain Injury
/by Burge & Burge, PCThe brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It typically weighs only about 3 pounds, but it is made up of billions of nerve cells and other kinds of cells, all intricately connected and designed to send signals to other areas of the body. The brain controls not only how we think, […]
What are the Most Important Considerations when Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney?
/by Burge & Burge PCWhen someone is injured or killed because of the negligence or reckless actions of another person or party, they will most likely need to hire a lawyer to help ensure that they receive just compensation. But hiring a personal injury lawyer is not a decision that should be made hastily. Not all attorneys are the […]