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Note: Andrew’s story is a fictional scenario written to help illustrate how an independent contractor without workers’ compensation insurance can still recover damages from an employer through a personal injury lawsuit. Introduction If you are an independent contractor, and you were injured on the job, you may be entitled to compensation with or without workers’ … Read more

Note: Daryn’s story is a fictional scenario presented to illustrate how a workers’ compensation claim can be denied and appealed.  Introduction Sometimes, an insurance company will deny a workers’ compensation claim. If this happens, know that a denial is not necessarily the end of a workers’ compensation claim. You still have legal options if you … Read more

Note: Carla’s story is a fictional scenario presented to illustrate the process of seeking compensation for a work-related injury that resulted in disability. Introduction If you are disabled due to a work-related injury, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. You may even have enough evidence to sue a responsible party for personal injury.  … Read more

Note: Jake and Cecilia’s stories are fictional scenarios presented to help illustrate the difference between a workers’ compensation case and a personal injury case. Introduction Workers’ compensation and personal injury cases have something in common. They both provide reparations for injuries. There are, however, some key differences. These include the cause of the injury, legal … Read more

Note: Justin and Anna’s stories are fictional scenarios presented to help illustrate the role particular circumstances may play in someone’s decision to retain legal counsel for their workers’ compensation claim.  Introduction Getting a lawyer for a workers’ compensation claim may be advantageous depending on the situation. In this article, we will outline workers’ compensation laws … Read more

Note: Kelly’s story is a fictional scenario presented to help illustrate the role particular circumstances may play in someone’s decision to apply for workers’ compensation in Arkansas.  Introduction If you are an employee in Arkansas and have been injured on the job or contracted a job-related illness, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. If … Read more

Note: Jaewon’s story is a fictional scenario presented to illustrate how mental health may be involved in a workers’ compensation claim. Introduction Generally speaking, workers’ compensation benefits cover mental health issues that are caused by someone’s job. Depending on the jurisdiction and details of the situation, people may be eligible for benefits.  Jurisdiction is a … Read more

Note: The following is a fictional scenario created for illustrative purposes to help our readers in Oklahoma and Arkansas understand the process of how workers comp works. Introduction Workers’ compensation serves as a crucial safety net for employees who find themselves injured on the job or suffering from work-related illnesses. This system is designed to … Read more

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Navigating an Arkansas Workers’ Compensation case can be very difficult, tiresome, and stressful for injured workers. Many people think they can tackle the process of a workplace injury by themselves, we often find this a foolish mistake as claimants miss out on many benefits they are owed. Does every injured employee need an attorney, short answer is … Read more

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Jarid M. Kinder has devoted his career to helping Arkansans navigate the complex waters of civil litigation. Limiting his practice exclusively assisting individuals and not insurance companies, Jarid has the dedication and understanding necessary to bring his clients top results. When Jarid is not working for his clients, you will find him cheering on the … Read more