Workers' Compensation Law / Edition 1

by Neal R. Bevans

Overview

Workers 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 Workers Compensation issues.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781418013691
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	10/14/2008
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	432
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Neal R. Bevans, J.D. is an instructor at Western Piedmont Community College in Morganton, North Carolina. Drawing on his extensive experience as a criminal defense attorney, an assistant district attorney, and a college instructor, the author brings the world of prosecutors, defense attorneys, and paralegals to life with a uniquely engaging, reader-friendly style ideal for today's learners.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction to Workers Compensation Chapter 2: Federal Workers Compensation and Tort law in Workers Chapter 3: Employers and Employees Under Workers Compensation Chapter 4: Injuries under Workers Compensation Chapter 5: Benefits Under Workers Compensation Chapter 6: The Workers Compensation System Chapter 7: Workers Compensation Insurance Chapter 8: Appealing a Workers Compensation Award Chapter 9: Medical Utilization Issues and Innovations in Workers Compensation Glossary Appendix A Various State Forms Appendix B State by state listing of workers' compensation web sites Appendix C Medical Utilization Issues in Workers' Compensation Index