Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Learn how compensation for injured workers is determined, including wage replacement, medical benefits, disability ratings, ...

When employees get injured on the job, workers’ compensation acts as a vital safety net. This insurance generally covers injuries that occur while an employee is performing work-related duties. These ...

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September 27, 2024 - Some workplace accidents result in the death of a worker and, while it may be little consolation to the worker's family, the survivors may be entitled to death and funeral ...

Under the “going and coming” rule, an employee generally is not entitled to workers’ compensation benefits for injuries sustained during their commute. There are exceptions to this rule. In Zenith ...