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Lee Injury Blog

Filing Workers’ Compensation Claims During The Pandemic

With the courts in Columbia and the surrounding counties essentially closed except for emergency matters due to the COVID-19 pandemic,...

5 Mistakes South Carolina Injured Workers Need To Avoid

When someone has been hurt at work, filing for benefits can be scary and frustrating. The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation...

Is Workers’ Compensation Taxed?

Workers who get hurt on the job rarely think about taxes. Instead, they worry about receiving their Workers’ Compensation benefits...

Injuries That Are Not Covered By Workers’ Compensation

There is a fairly widespread belief that any injury that occurs at work must be covered under workers’ compensation. But...

Will I Still Receive Workers’ Comp Benefits After Job Loss?

It is against the law in South Carolina for an employer to fire an employee because they got hurt or...

Workplace Issues Due To The Pandemic: EEOC Provides Guidance

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down when it comes to work environments, and the guidelines employers must...

What Should I Do If I Am Injured By A Co-Worker?

Every year, more than 4.6 million workplace injuries are reported across the United States. Slip and falls and other types...

Talc: Asbestos Lurking In Everyday Consumer Products

At this point, many people are aware that talcum powder-based products, like Johnson & Johnson’s Baby Powder, contained asbestos for...

How Do I Know If My Workers’ Comp Claim Was Reported To My Employer?

Filing a workers’ compensation claim is a time-bound process in South Carolina. If you fail to file the claim in...