GULF COAST Law blog

Workers’ compensation guarantees payment of certain medical and wage loss benefits to individuals injured while on the job. Employers must pay into the workers’ compensation fund by state law. If covered, an employer must provide benefits to their employees by purchasing workers’ compensation insurance from an insurance company, or they may self-insure if approved by the Workers’ Compensation Commission.

The Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Act, administered by the Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Commission, allows workers injured in Mississippi to receive cash disability benefits and medical care. If you receive worker’s compensation benefits, you are not permitted to sue your employer for damages.

Being injured at work is always frightening. You’re probably worried about whether you’ll be able to keep your job, how you’ll pay for your injuries, and if you’ll be able to work again in the future. Fortunately, most employees in Mississippi are covered by workers’ compensation, as their employers are mandated to provide this type of insurance.

Being involved in an accident can be a traumatic experience, especially if you’ve suffered serious injuries. Many people are so focused on making sure they’re healthy and spending their time dealing with the emotional aspect of the accident that they don’t even consider talking to a lawyer.

Being injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or carelessness is always very upsetting. It’s understandable if your first thought isn’t to hire a lawyer. However, once you’ve processed the situation emotionally and are feeling better physically, it’s wise to contact a personal injury lawyer in Gulfport to discuss your options.