Work Injuries Rhode Island

If you were hurt at work and your employer sent you to an urgent care clinic, an occupational health center, or a primary care physician, that may have been your first stop — but it doesn’t have to be your only option. In Rhode Island, injured workers have the right to choose their own chiropractor for a work injury, even if they are already treating with another provider. What Occupational Clinics Do — and What They Don’t Do Employer-designated clinics serve an important ear

If you’ve been hurt at work and someone tells you to see a chiropractor, your first question might be: what exactly is a work injury chiropractor going to do for me — and how does that help my workers' compensation claim? It’s a fair question. And the answer matters more than most people realize. A Work Injury Evaluation Is Not a Regular Chiropractic Visit There’s a significant difference between a general chiropractic appointment and a proper work injury evaluation. A genera

Every week, Rhode Island workers are injured in car accidents while doing their jobs — making deliveries, driving between job sites, visiting clients, running errands for an employer, or driving as part of their normal work duties. When that happens, many people are unsure what to do next. Does workers’ compensation cover it? Does auto insurance get involved? Do you need a lawyer? Who pays for treatment? The answer is: you may have more than one claim or insurance avenue avai