Are workers’ compensation settlements taxable in Massachusetts? In most cases, funds paid through workers’ comp do not count towards your gross income and, therefore, aren’t taxable. However, exceptions can allow the government to tax these funds. A Boston workers’ compensation lawyer from our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers can review your situation after an …
How to File for Workers’ Compensation in Massachusetts
Our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers can help you learn how to file for workers’ compensation in Massachusetts. We can walk you through each step of the process and help you track all losses caused by an on-the-job accident. You can hire a Boston workers’ compensation lawyer to help with paperwork. We’ll answer any …
Why Employers Should Help Workers Protect Their Hearing
Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common work-related injuries, but it is also preventable. Workers who suffer from constant exposure to loud noises in the workplace can experience permanent damage to their hearing. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that over 22 million Americans are exposed to dangerous noise levels at …
What If My Employer Doesn’t Carry Boston Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
When you’re injured on the job, you’re typically entitled to compensation in the form of workers’ compensation benefits. However, there are a few circumstances in which an injured worker is not covered by an employer through workers’ comp insurance. If your employer doesn’t carry workers’ compensation insurance, your situation likely falls into one of three …
Why Do I Need a Lawyer If I Was Injured at Work?
Workplace injuries can be expensive and painful, and they often result in a significant amount of missed time at work. Though the good news is that most workers are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits after an on-the-job injury, the bad news is that these claims are sometimes denied, or workers are owed far more than …
What Workers Should Know About Employee Misclassification in Boston Massachusetts
Businesses in Massachusetts must adhere to both federal and state laws when paying and providing benefits to their employees. Some of the most important laws that dictate an employee’s benefits are those regarding the status of a worker. This includes both exempt and non-exempt statuses, as well as whether or not one is classified as …
What Is a Third-Party Liability Claim After a Workplace Injury?
Workers’ compensation benefits were designed to give workers a degree of financial security after work-related injuries. These benefits are effective because they don’t depend on proving the employer was at fault for the accident and they cover medical bills and part of a worker’s wage while the injured worker recovers. However, there are limitations on …
