I have recently written on the proposal before the WCAC regarding undocumented workers being barred from collecting workers’ compensation benefits. If the proposal becomes law, it is clear that undocumented workers would not have the ability to recover workers’ compensation benefits. However, they would arguably be able to recover under civil law for pain and [...]
For many foreign born workers, obtaining medical treatment following a work injury can be extremely difficult. This can be due to misconceptions about the culture and language barriers. Let me give you an example. The other day I was sitting in on a statement of my client to an insurance adjuster and their interpreter. Fortunately, [...]
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There are over 8.1 million illegal workers in the United States. Although they are here illegally, these workers are necessary to the workforce. The Perryman Group prepared an in-depth study on illegal immigrants and the effects they have on the US workforce. Highlights of the findings include: The latest census data indicates that 1 of [...]
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