Posts Tagged ‘shoulder injuries’
Unique Workers’ Compensation Challenges for Nevada’s First Responders
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…
Read MoreChoosing a Workers’ Comp Doctor in Reno
When you suffer a workplace injury in Northern Nevada, one of the first and most important decisions you face is selecting the doctor who will treat you. The workers’ comp doctor you choose in Reno can shape your recovery, your benefits, and even the success of your claim. Do You Get to Choose Your Doctor…
Read MoreSteps to Take if Your Job Is Making You Sick in Reno
If your job is making you sick, don’t wait until symptoms get worse. Casino workers inhale secondhand smoke, miners face dust exposure, and warehouse employees endure repetitive strain every day. In Nevada, you have the right to pursue workers’ compensation for occupational illnesses—but only if you act quickly. This guide explains what steps you must…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation for Manufacturing Accidents in Reno, Nevada: What You Need to Know in 2025
Reno and Sparks power Nevada’s industrial growth, but manufacturing workers face serious risks, heavy machinery, repetitive tasks, and toxic chemicals. In 2023, Nevada recorded over 36,600 nonfatal workplace injuries in private industry. If you need workers’ compensation for manufacturing accidents in Reno, Nevada, after an injury, Attorney Jay Short fights to secure every benefit you’re…
Read MoreStipulated vs. Compromise Settlements: Nevada Workers’ Comp Guide
Injured at work in Reno? You face a tough choice with Nevada workers’ comp settlements. Specifically, stipulated settlements and compromise and release settlements offer distinct paths. Each provides unique benefits and risks. Attorney Jay Short actively guides clients to secure the best settlement. Therefore, this guide breaks down Nevada workers’ comp settlements, highlights their differences, and…
Read MoreNevada Workplace Injury: Returning to Work Safely
Returning to work after a work injury in Nevada can feel overwhelming. While recovery comes first, understanding your rights and legal protections is essential before stepping back into your job. The process involves more than just receiving medical clearance. You must also navigate workers’ compensation benefits, job restrictions, and possible vocational support. In this guide,…
Read MoreHow to Reopen a Workers’ Comp Claim in Nevada
If your work injury worsens or new symptoms appear after your workers’ compensation claim closes, you need to reopen your claim promptly. Understanding how to reopen a workers’ comp claim in Nevada ensures you keep receiving the medical care and benefits you deserve. This guide walks you through the reopening process and explains how a…
Read MoreDocumenting Employer Retaliation After a Work Injury
Employer retaliation after a workers’ comp claim is a serious issue that affects many injured workers in Nevada. While filing a claim should protect your health and income, some employers respond by punishing you—subtly or directly. If you’re noticing changes in how you’re treated at work after filing for workers’ compensation, you may be facing…
Read MoreCan I Choose My Own Doctor for Workers’ Comp in Nevada?
Injured at Work? Your Doctor Choice Matters If you’ve suffered a work-related injury in Reno or anywhere in Nevada, one of the first questions you might ask is whether you can choose a doctor for workers’ comp in Nevada. That question isn’t just valid—it’s critical. After all, the doctor who treats you doesn’t just manage…
Read MoreWhat Is Subrogation in Nevada Workers’ Compensation Law?
How Senate Bill 258 Helps Injured Workers Keep More of Their Settlement If you’ve been injured at work in Nevada, understanding subrogation in Nevada workers’ compensation law is essential before pursuing a lawsuit against a third party responsible for your injury. Subrogation allows your workers’ compensation insurer to claim part of your settlement to recover…
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