Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Is the Role of an Attorney in Your Workers’ Compensation Case?
In Vermont, the workers’ compensation system is designed to cover the expenses and losses you experience due to your work-related injury or illness, such as medical expenses and lost wages. However, before you can recover workers’ compensation benefits, there are several forms you must submit and processes you must comply with. Unfortunately, even a… Read More »
Things the Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjuster May Not Tell You (Part 2)
In a previous article, we discussed four things workers’ compensation claims adjusters often don’t tell claimants. Because there are many things workers’ compensation claims adjusters don’t tell claimants, we decided to make a second post on “Things the worker’s compensation claims adjuster may not tell you.” In this article, we discuss four more things… Read More »
Questions To Ask Your Workers’ Compensation Doctor
After suffering a work-related injury, you need to see a doctor. According to Vermont law, your employer can choose which doctor you see for your first visit, but after that, you can choose which doctor you want to see. When you see a workers’ compensation doctor, there are some questions you should ask them…. Read More »
Tips for Reporting a Work Injury
After suffering a work-related injury in Vermont, you may be eligible to recover workers’ compensation benefits. However, before you can recover benefits, there are some steps you need to take. The first step is to report your injury. This article shares some tips for reporting a work injury to an employer. Tip #1: Report… Read More »
Is a Heart Attack Covered Under Vermont Workers’ Compensation?
Getting a heart attack can be a scary experience. Unfortunately, sometimes, heart attacks strike suddenly without warning. A heart attack can happen anywhere, even at work. After suffering a heart attack while working in Vermont, you may wonder if heart attacks are covered under workers’ compensation. In Vermont, when a workplace accident happens and… Read More »
Is Skin Cancer Covered Under Vermont Workers’ Compensation?
Cancer remains a common illness in the United States of America. According to the CDC, in 2020 (the latest year for which incidence data are available), there were more than 1.6 million new cancer cases in the United States. In that year, over 600,000 people died of cancer. Skin cancer is one of the… Read More »
Can I Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits if I am a Part-Time or Temporary Worker in Vermont?
There are different types of workers. There are full-time, temporary, and part-time workers. A full-time employee works the maximum weekly hours, whereas a part-time worker performs tasks on a reduced schedule compared to a full-time worker. Temporary workers are people employers contract to do a job for a limited period. Most, if not all,… Read More »
Common Causes of Scaffolding Accidents
A scaffold is a crucial structure in the construction industry. Scaffolds are those temporary structures at construction sites that elevate and support construction workers and materials. A scaffold helps construction workers reach areas they would otherwise not be able to reach. It is estimated that millions of workers in the construction industry work on… Read More »
Are Road Construction Workers Covered by Workers’ Compensation?
One of the most dangerous jobs is that of a road construction worker. Road construction workers face numerous hazards while working on roads or highways. These dedicated professionals are constantly at risk of being involved in accidents that result in severe injuries and even death. If you were injured as a road construction worker,… Read More »
What Are the Risks of Returning To Work Early After a Work-Related Injury?
Going back to work as soon as possible is a goal for many injured employees. Sitting at home doing nothing can get boring and frustrating really fast. However, as much as you may want to return to work and be productive, you want to ensure you only return to work when your doctor says… Read More »