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Does injured worker who is an illegal immigrant get workers’ comp?


July 11, 2011 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Analysis/Commentary, construction safety, cost of safety, Falls, In this week's e-newsletter, Injuries, new court decision, Special Report, What do you think?, Workers' comp

An injured worker turns out to be an illegal immigrant. His injuries prohibit him from doing the type of physical labor he previously did. He could do sedentary work, but he doesn’t have the skills. Does he get permanent total disability (PTD) benefits under workers’ comp?

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Video shows man working while receiving workers’ comp


May 6, 2011 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: construction safety, In this week's e-newsletter, Investigations, Latest News & Views, Workers' comp

Anonymous tips and video surveillance can pay off for companies in workers’ comp cases.

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