When Is An Accident Not An Accident Under Virginia Workers’ Comp Law?

Joe hurt his back several years ago while lifting a refrigerator in the course of his employment as an appliance deliverer. His injuries required surgery followed by several rounds of physical therapy. Eventually, Joe’s doctor released him from...

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I Appreciate The Wage Loss Checks, But What About My Fringe Benefits?

“I’ve been out of work for a while now because of my workplace accident.  My wage loss checks are coming in, but I just got word from my health insurance company that my family’s health care coverage is about to expire unless I...

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Are Workers’ Comp Payments Subject To a Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA)?

The world’s on fire right now and food and gas prices are going through the roof.  I’ve been out of work due to a workplace injury for two years now and I’m still receiving the same amount of comp each week.  Is there...

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