Workers Compensation

Workplace injuries are, unfortunately, common. Understanding when an employer is legally responsible can be complex, but knowing your rights is essential. Here, the experienced legal team at Johnson & Biscone, P.A. outlines key situations where employers are generally liable for workplace injuries. Employer Negligence Employers have a duty to maintain a safe working environment. This includes providing proper […]

When people are injured on the job, there are workers’ compensation claims rights in place to help recover lost wages. However, volunteers face a grey area when they get injured on the job. How are they able to receive compensation? Johnson & Biscone may still be able to help.  Workers’ Compensation Basics Workers’ compensation, or workers’ comp,

It can take a long time to resolve a workers’ compensation claims in Oklahoma. One of the biggest mistakes you can make after suffering an injury on the job is accepting a low initial offer. Avoid these common mistakes to have the best chance of building a solid claim. Failing to Seek Medical Help or

As the country’s sixth-largest crude oil producer, Oklahoma employs thousands of oil and gas workers. Unfortunately, oilfield accidents are common and can lead to significant financial burdens, diminished quality of life and family struggles. Working with a lawyer can help you understand whether your oilfield accident qualifies for compensation from your employer or a third party.

Experiencing the loss of a loved one is incredibly challenging, regardless of the circumstances. Alongside the emotional pain and grief, there are practical matters to address, such as making funeral arrangements. However, when you lose a loved one due to a work-related accident, the weight of these burdens increases significantly. If your loved one was

Workers’ compensation, often shortened to workers’ comp, is a type of no-fault insurance carried by employers to cover the wages and medical expenses of injured workers. Employers in Oklahoma are required to carry this insurance, with a few exceptions. Worker’s comp provides monetary compensation for wages lost due to injury, but only up to a point.

When people think of someone receiving workers’ compensation, they might picture a construction worker injured by a piece of equipment, or a nurse who damaged her shoulder transporting a patient.   Workers’ compensation covers all kinds of employees who get injured on the job – but historically the injury happened in a traditional workplace, not at

Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance carried by employers that provides medical care for workers injured on the job. If employees are unable to resume working, workers’ comp can also provide replacement wages for stages of temporary or total disability. In the tragic event of death, workers’ compensation provides death benefits to surviving family

Oil field workers face a high risk of injuries every day due to the seemingly endless hazards that create a potentially deadly work environment. To avoid becoming a victim of oil field accidents, workers must be aware of their surroundings and always take appropriate precautionary measures. Employers are required to ensure safety measures are in place

All employers with one or more employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance in Oklahoma. This means nearly every employee in Oklahoma is eligible for workers’ compensation. If you are unsure about your eligibility, give us a call to schedule a free consultation today. What is Workers’ Compensation? Workers’ compensation is a type of