Author: Calhoon and Kaminsky P.C.

Odds of Winning a Workers’ Comp Case

Getting hurt on the job can upend your life. A severe work injury could leave you wondering how you’ll get treatment and support yourself and your loved ones while you’re unable to work. Fortunately, you could be entitled to treatment and a percentage of your lost wages if you qualify…

Employee Suffering a Heart Attack

When you have a heart attack caused by your job, you might wonder whether you can file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Because heart attacks can have many non-work-related causes, proving you’re eligible for workers’ comp for a heart attack can be tricky. Having skilled legal representation can give…

rotator cuff work injury, man holding shoulder

Your rotator cuff may be more important to your movement than you think. Your shoulder includes your upper arm bone, collarbone, and shoulder blade. The rotator cuff contains several muscles and tendons that connect the shoulder. It secures the upper arm bone in the shoulder socket, allowing the arm a…

Man with an injured knee

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the ligaments in the knee. It connects the upper and lower leg bones. When the ACL tears, it causes the knee to become unstable and may cause the knee to “give way.” Along with the pain it causes, it can also make…

workers' compensation on top of a notepad

Nothing could properly compensate you for the loss of a loved one. To ease the burden, workers’ compensation can cover work-related deaths in certain cases, though. If you’re unsure if you’re eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for survivors, contact Calhoon & Kaminsky P.C. for a free consultation. What Is Workers’…

doctor diagnosing a herniated disc from work injury

When the discs in a person’s spine work properly, they protect the spine from injury. A disc is a small oval pad that acts as a cushion to the spine. Damage to the disc can result in a herniated disc, also called a slipped or ruptured disc. What is a…

a worker holding his back because he suffering from a work injury at work

Back injuries are some of the most common workplace injuries in America. Back injuries can affect workers from all walks of life, often causing crippling pain and severe physical limitations. If you sustained a back injury at work, you might be considering filing a workers’ compensation claim. However, proving that…