When you are injured at work and file a workers' compensation claim, your employer’s insurance company may ask you to attend an IME, or an independent medical exam. If you have a workers' compensation claim and receive a notice from your employer requesting an IME, you should make sure to consult with an attorney before submitting to the exam.
Badly Injured after Falling on Snow or Ice…Now What?
Accidents from winter weather are expected to put an added strain on already packed hospital emergency rooms this year. Snow, ice, and freezing rain can wreak havoc on roads, sidewalks, and floors that become wet and slick from the elements. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than a million people are hospitalized each year with slip and falls, and these types of injuries increase dramatically during the winter months. If you have been badly injured after falling on snow or ice, there are several things you should do to ensure you are compensated fairly for your injury.