Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Do I Qualify For Total Temporary Disability Benefits?
If you are a Maryland employee who has been injured on the job, you’re likely starting to wonder when those workers’ compensation benefits that you’ve heard so much about kick in. The first step is to make sure you have reported your injury to your employer and filed a claim. It’s then important to… Read More »
BSG Law Names New Partner – Matthew Engler
We are proud to announce that Matt Engler is now a partner at Berman Sobin Gross LLP! Matt joined the firm in 2016 and works out of our Frederick office. Matt is a former state prosecutor and volunteer fire fighter. He represents public safety employees, truck drivers, and other injured workers throughout Maryland. Matt is… Read More »
Can I Sue For A Maryland Workplace injury?
In Maryland, employees are generally not able to sue their employer for injuries that they sustained throughout the course of their employment. This is because workplace injury claims must be adjudicated through the state’s workers’ compensation process. Workers’ compensation insurance exists to negate the need for a lawsuit each time an employee is injured,… Read More »
Can I File A Workers’ Compensation Claim And Also Bring A Lawsuit?
Maryland’s workers’ compensation law prevents employees from suing their employer for injuries sustained on the job or due to their employment. This is because employees are entitled to workers’ compensation insurance coverage for any injuries that they sustain at work. Unlike when you bring a lawsuit, employees are also not required to prove that… Read More »
How Long Will It Take To Get My Maryland Workers’ Compensation Settlement Check?
Workers’ compensation insurance exists to ensure that employees who are injured on the job will have access to medical care and full or partial wage replacement while they recover from their injuries. Most employees in Maryland are covered by workers’ compensation, however, few will likely give it much thought until they are injured at… Read More »
Does Maryland Workers’ Compensation Cover Pain And Suffering?
Maryland employees often face serious risks at the workplace every day, and the injuries that they suffer can cause severe hardship, mentally, physically, and financially. It’s undeniable that workplace injuries can cause intense pain and suffering. However, workers’ compensation is not designed to compensate for that. Rather, pain and suffering is a term used… Read More »
Can I Bring A Workers’ Compensation Claim For Psychological Harm In Maryland?
If you suffer a physical injury at work, chances are you wouldn’t think twice about filing a workers’ compensation claim. However, when the harm you have suffered is psychological, it can be a little less clear what to do. In reality though, many professions are linked to higher incidences of psychological disorders, such as… Read More »
Did Improper Vehicle Maintenance Cause Your Accident?
A car accident can easily upend your life. Few people are financially or emotionally prepared to handle the high and ongoing costs following an accident. It can be incredibly frustrating to have to rapidly adapt to life-altering circumstances, particularly while medical bills pile up. When someone else’s negligence or careless actions are responsible for… Read More »
Will I Lose My Workers’ Compensation Benefits If I Start A New Job?
There are a lot of reasons why you may want to look for a new job after suffering an injury at your workplace. If the injury was caused by the dangerous nature of your job you may want to look for a safer job, or if you are suffering from PTSD due to your… Read More »
Is It Legal To Have A Dashcam In Maryland?
If you are driving in Maryland, you might be wondering if it’s legal to have a dashboard camera. Many insurance companies now offer discounts to users who agree to install a camera in their car that records the events of an accident, so it’s important to make sure it’s legal in your state. The… Read More »