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Under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (“ADEA”) of 1967, employers cannot discriminate against older workers, including employment practices and hiring policies that have a “disparate impact” on older workers (workers who are over 40 years of age). A “disparate impact” means that, while the policy might not intentionally try to discriminate against older workers, […]

Posture is the body position we maintain when sitting or standing. Often, posture focuses on three main body parts: the back, the shoulders, and the head. Studies show that between 50 and 80 percent of Americans experience back pain in their life and poor posture is a large contributor to that statistic.  Our posture greatly

Workers’ Compensation can be an invaluable program for an employee who is injured in a work-related accident. However, it’s not the simplest program to navigate and understand. I’ve been injured at work — what’s next? The first thing to do after being involved in an accident at work is to seek medical attention if necessary.

A recent case that our office handled dealt with the issue of timely filing of a claim for occupationally related carpal tunnel syndrome. The claimant worked in the facilities maintenance department as a mechanic. The claimant treated with a doctor who diagnosed Carpal Tunnel syndrome as a result of his work activities. As a result,

As a Workers’ Comp lawyer Milwaukee WI trusts can tell you, spinal injuries incurred in the workplace are all too common. For the victim, it can be an uncertain and terrifying road to recovery with many questions along the way. Treatment methods for spinal injuries vary depending on the extent of the injury, the exact

  If you were injured while working, you have the right to file a workers’ compensation claim. It allows you to receive benefits while you recover from your injury. Unfortunately, however, these claims get denied sometimes. It can be quite frustrating if your employer rejects your claim. The good news is that you can always

An experienced Workers’ Compensation attorney understands how frustrating dealing with all the physical and legal aspects of a work injury can be. This can be especially true the longer the injury interferes with your ability to return to work. It is not uncommon for there to be a dispute between you and the insurance company

Office workers in America commonly experience back pain. Many job requirements may involve computer or desk work, causing the employee to remain seated for the majority of the work day. A sedentary lifestyle can debilitate employees in the long run, which is both detrimental to the health of individuals, and the productivity for employers. However,

Posture is the body position we maintain when sitting or standing. Often, posture focuses on four main body parts: the back, the shoulders, the knees, and the head. Studies show that between 50 and 80 percent of Americans experience back pain in their life and poor posture is a large contributor to that statistic. What’s

When out of work due to an injury sustained on the job, you will be wondering if expenses such as medical treatment and lost wages will be covered while you are in the recovery process. While out of work for a workers’ compensation claim, you will be left with many questions, especially if you have