Workers' Compensation and Employee Protection Laws in a Nutshell


Book Description

Historical Background of Compensation Legislation; Employment-Related Actions and Legislation; Law of Workers' Compensation; Theories and Policies of Workers' Compensation; Workers' Compensation and the Law of Torts; Employee-Employer Relationship; Coverage Formula -- Necessity for a Personal Injury by Accident Arising Out of and in the Course of Employment; Death; Medical Expenses, Disabilities and Benefits; Administration; Extraterritorial Problems and Overlapping Coverages; Future of Workers' Compensation; Employee Protection Legislation; Unemployment Compensation; Fair Labor Standards Act; Occupational Safety and Health Act; Federal Black Lung Benefits Legislation; Social Security; Federal and State Anti-discrimination Laws in General; Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act; Other Federal Anti-discrimination Laws; Miscellaneous Employee Protection Laws.







Workers' Compensation Law


Book Description

Workersa Compensation Law provides an in-depth look at the day-to-day practice of this field while addressing theoretical aspects that form a critical foundation for this branch of law. Reviews how a worker's compensation case begins and explains activities involved in those cases, such as drafting petitions, presenting cases to an administrative law judge, and bringing an appeal. The theoretical basis of the material is laid out in easy to understand and enjoyable format reinforced with practical real-life examples. Although written with paralegal-specific information, the content includes information vital to anyone dealing with Workersa Compensation issues.













Compendium on Workmen's Compensation


Book Description

Commentary on social security legislation in respect of employment accident benefits in the USA - examines statistical data on occupational accidents and the economic implications thereof, covers employers' liability, occupational pension schemes, vocational rehabilitation provisions, legal aspects, administrative aspects, costs, etc., includes a comparison of selected countries and considers social policy alternatives. ILO mentioned. References and statistical tables.