Monast Law Office

09/07/2026

Back injuries are one of the most common injuries on construction sites—and they can happen in an instant while lifting heavy materials, falling from a height, or performing repetitive physical labor.

If you've suffered a work-related back injury, Ohio workers’ compensation benefits may help cover medical treatment, lost wages, and other eligible benefits.

Learn more:
📖 https://www.monastlaw.com/library/workers-comp-for-construction-site-back-injuries.cfm

If you were injured on a construction site, Monast Law Office offers free consultations to discuss your workers’ compensation claim.

09/04/2026

Sometimes a workplace injury turns out to be more serious than anyone first realized. As your condition changes, you may be entitled to request additional allowances to have newly diagnosed conditions added to your Ohio workers’ compensation claim.

Understanding this process can help ensure your claim reflects the full extent of your work-related injuries.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/ohio-workers-compensation-additional-allowances.cfm

09/02/2026

Ohio’s hardworking teachers absolutely have a right to file for workers’ compensation benefits if they are hurt on the job. In this article, I answer some of the common questions about these types of claims.

Ohio teachers can face workers' compensation claim challenges. Columbus attorney Jim Monast explains your rights and next steps.

09/01/2026

💊 Opioid pain medications can play a role in treating serious workplace injuries, but Ohio's Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) has established policies governing when and how these medications may be prescribed.

Understanding these rules can be important for injured workers managing chronic pain while navigating the workers' compensation system. Treatment approvals, prescription limits, and ongoing medical reviews may all affect access to opioid medications.

Learn more:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/ohio-bwc-policies-regarding-opioid-painkillers.cfm

08/27/2026

If you've been injured on the job, you probably have questions—and you're not alone.

How do you file a claim? What benefits may you receive? What happens if your claim is denied? Understanding the workers’ compensation process can help you make informed decisions from the very beginning.

Find answers to some of the most common Ohio workers’ compensation questions in our latest guide.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/answers-to-ohio-workers-compensation-claim-questions.cfm

08/26/2026

It’s completely illegal to be fired for filing a workers’ compensation claim. But does this mean your job is completely protected while you’re recovering? Unfortunately, no—let me explain more.

Collecting workers’ comp doesn't offer you any special job protection. You cannot be fired for filing a workers’ comp claim, but you could still lose your job.

08/24/2026

Carpal tunnel syndrome isn't always caused by a single accident. Repetitive motions, forceful gripping, and repetitive tasks performed over time can lead to this painful condition—and in some cases, it may qualify for Ohio workers’ compensation benefits.

Learn how carpal tunnel claims work, what evidence may be needed, and what injured workers should know about the process.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/carpal-tunnel-workers-comp-claim-in-ohio.cfm

08/21/2026

Construction sites are among the most hazardous workplaces, and falls remain one of the leading causes of serious job-related injuries.

If you've been injured in a construction site fall, Ohio workers’ compensation benefits may help cover medical treatment, lost wages, and other eligible expenses. Learn what steps to take after an accident and how the claims process works.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/construction-site-falls-and-workers-comp-in-ohio.cfm

08/18/2026

Most people don't associate heart attacks or strokes with workers’ compensation—but under certain circumstances, these serious medical events may qualify for benefits in Ohio.

If your condition was connected to your job duties or workplace conditions, you may have options. Learn how these claims work and the factors that can affect eligibility.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/heart-attack-and-stroke-may-be-covered-by-ohio-workers-comp.cfm

08/13/2026

Pain management is often part of recovering from a serious workplace injury. While opioid medications may play a role in treatment for some injured workers, Ohio's workers’ compensation system has guidelines designed to encourage safe and appropriate use.

Learn how the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation approaches opioid prescriptions and what injured workers should know about their treatment options.

📖 Read more: https://www.monastlaw.com/library/opioids-and-the-ohio-bureau-of-workers-compensation.cfm