Monast Law Office

06/23/2026

Lumbar fusion surgery may be recommended for some workers suffering from serious back injuries after a workplace accident. However, Ohio BWC approval for this procedure often involves detailed medical review and specific treatment guidelines.

Monast Law Office explains the BWC protocols for approving lumbar fusion surgery and what injured workers should know when pursuing medical treatment through a workers’ compensation claim.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/bwc-protocols-for-approving-lumbar-fusion-surgery.cfm

06/22/2026

Professionals in the corrections industry face many job-related hazards. Are they eligible for workers’ comp? Yes—and in this latest article, I explain why.

Correctional officers and employees face assault and other prison work-related injuries. Ohio workers' comp lawyer Jim Monast explains how to pursue a claim.

06/18/2026

Heatstroke is a serious medical emergency that can lead to long-term health complications — especially for employees working outdoors or in high-heat environments.

Workers in construction, warehouses, landscaping, manufacturing, and other physically demanding jobs may face increased risks during extreme heat conditions. Monast Law Office explains some of the long-term complications heatstroke can cause and how workers’ compensation benefits may apply after a workplace injury or illness.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/long-term-complications-of-heatstroke.cfm

06/15/2026

Knee injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries and can happen in many different jobs — from construction and warehouse work to office settings and healthcare environments.

If you suffered a knee injury at work in Ohio, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits for medical treatment and lost wages. Monast Law Office explains what injured workers should know about these claims.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/workplace-knee-injuries-qualify-for-ohio-workers-comp.cfm

06/12/2026

Understanding the difference between presumptive approval and prior authorization in Ohio workers’ compensation claims can be confusing — especially when medical treatment is delayed or disputed.

Monast Law Office explains how these processes work and what injured workers should know when seeking medical care after a workplace injury.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/presumptive-approval-vs-prior-authorization-under-ohio-workers-comp.cfm

06/11/2026

When teachers and other school employees are injured on the job, their cases have just as much merit as those of other hard-working Ohioans. In this new article, I explain the risks they face and how we can help them pursue their rightful benefits.https://www.monastlaw.com/library/teacher-injury-lawyer-ohio-workers-comp-for-educators.cfm

06/09/2026

School bus drivers play an important role in keeping children safe, but the job can also involve injury risks — from vehicle accidents to repetitive strain and slip-and-fall injuries.

If you are an Ohio school bus driver injured on the job, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Monast Law Office explains what injured workers should know about the claims process and available benefits.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/workers-comp-benefits-for-ohio-school-bus-drivers.cfm

06/04/2026

Airline employees face unique workplace injury risks, from lifting heavy luggage to repetitive stress and accidents on the tarmac. Many injured airline workers may qualify for Ohio workers’ compensation benefits while on the job.

Monast Law Office explains how workers’ compensation coverage can apply to airline employees and what injured workers should know after a workplace accident.

Read more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/on-the-clock-airline-employees-are-covered-by-workers-comp.cfm

06/01/2026

If your employer is self-insured for workers’ compensation in Ohio, your claim may follow a different process than a state-funded claim. Knowing the steps, deadlines, and who manages your benefits can make a big difference after a workplace injury.

At Monast Law Office, we help injured workers understand the Ohio self-insured workers’ compensation process and what to expect along the way.

Learn more here:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/ohio-self-insured-workers-compensation-process.cfm

05/28/2026

Navigating a workers’ compensation claim in Ohio can be overwhelming—especially when dealing with paperwork, deadlines, and denied claims.

Having the right guidance can make the process clearer and help you avoid common mistakes.

We explain the benefits of working with a workers’ compensation attorney:
https://www.monastlaw.com/library/benefits-of-hiring-an-ohio-workers-compensation-attorney.cfm