WORKERS' COMPENSATION BLOGS

Workplace injuries can happen to anyone, anytime. In Reno and Northern Nevada, employees rely on workers’ compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and other benefits after a work-related injury or illness. Navigating the system can feel confusing—but you don’t have to do it alone. Attorney Jay Short at the Nevada Workers’ Compensation Center helps…

When you get hurt at work in Nevada, workers’ compensation should cover your medical treatment and lost wages. But insurance companies often deny or dispute claims. When that happens, you may need to go through the Nevada workers’ comp appeal process. This process involves two main stages: hearings and appeals. They may sound similar, but…

When you suffer an injury at work in Nevada, workers’ compensation should cover your medical bills and lost wages. If your claim gets denied or disputed, your case often moves to a workers’ compensation hearing in Reno. For many injured workers, this process feels overwhelming. The good news? A hearing gives you the chance to…

First responders in Northern Nevada, including firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and correctional officers, put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe. These unique challenges come with special protections under Nevada’s workers’ compensation laws, but navigating the system can be complex. At the Nevada Workers’ Compensation Center in Reno, Attorney Jay…